Spool Collection

Telegraph receiver. Historical artwork of a Breguet telegraph receiver. Messages arrived at the receiver in wires as a series of long and short electric pulses

Different cotton fabric is pictured in the manufactory of the Textile company TRIGEMA
Different cotton fabric is pictured in the manufactory of the Textile company " TRIGEMA" in Burladingen, Germany March 12, 2018. REUTERS/Michaela Rehle

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479098 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

Teething trouble in the development of the sewing machine, 1869
3479115 Teething trouble in the development of the sewing machine, 1869; (add.info.: Teething trouble in the development of the sewing machine. Embarrassment caused by machine stitching come undone)

The 'Florence' sewing machine, 1880
3479105 The 'Florence' sewing machine, 1880; (add.info.: The 'Florence' sewing machine. London, dated 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Utility' Embroiderer, 1888
3479095 Utility' Embroiderer, 1888; (add.info.: Utility' Embroiderer. This machine had two needles and the threads were passed through a pair of reciprocating guide)

Isaac Merritt Singer's sewing machine, 1851
3479092 Isaac Merritt Singer's sewing machine, 1851; (add.info.: Isaac Merritt Singer's first sewing machine, patented 1851.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479102 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

JJ Greenough's sewing machine of 1842, 1842
3479089 JJ Greenough's sewing machine of 1842, 1842; (add.info.: J.J. Greenough's sewing machine of 1842.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Thomas saint's sewing machine, 1880
3479087 Thomas saint's sewing machine, 1880; (add.info.: Thomas saint's sewing machine, patented 17th July 1790. This machine had a horizontal cloth plate, an overhanging arm)

Silk manufacture: transferring yarn from the warping reel to a spool, 1780
3480179 Silk manufacture: transferring yarn from the warping reel to a spool, 1780; (add.info.: Silk manufacture: transferring yarn from the warping reel to a spool)

Weed sewing machine, 1880
3479111 Weed sewing machine, 1880; (add.info.: Weed sewing machine, as improved by G.A. Fairfield. This made lock-stich with a straight eye-pointed needle and a reciprocating shuttle)

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479099 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

HA Bonneville's sewing machine, 1864
3479093 HA Bonneville's sewing machine, 1864; (add.info.: H.A Bonneville's sewing machine. London, dated 1864.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Small hand-turned sewing machine, 1881
3479106 Small hand-turned sewing machine, 1881; (add.info.: Small hand-turned sewing machine. London, dated 1881.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479104 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479100 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479103 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479097 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

Sewing strips to form hats, 1878
3479096 Sewing strips to form hats, 1878; (add.info.: Sewing strips of plaited straw together by machine to form hats. Luton, England, dated 1878.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Silk manufacture; warped silk being wound from the spool, 1780
3480181 Silk manufacture; warped silk being wound from the spool, 1780; (add.info.: Silk manufacture; warped silk being wound from the spool on to a roller ready to be used on the loom)

Wilcox & Gibbs sewing machine, 1880
3479094 Wilcox & Gibbs sewing machine, 1880; (add.info.: Wilcox & Gibbs sewing machine. London, dated 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Hand driven sewing machine, 1887
3479091 Hand driven sewing machine, 1887; (add.info.: Woman using a handle-driven sewing machine. London, dated 1887.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880
3479101 WG Wilson's sewing machine attachments, 1880; (add.info.: W.G Wilson's sewing machine attachments: the plaiter or tucker)

Caillebaut sewing machine, 1845
3479090 Caillebaut sewing machine, 1845; (add.info.: Sewing machine by Caillebaut of Paris, based on the Singer method. Paris, dated 1845.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Fisherman's Wife, 1653. Creator: Gerrit Dou
A Fisherman's Wife, 1653

Shaker Spool Rack and Spools, c. 1939. Creator: Orville Cline
Shaker Spool Rack and Spools, c. 1939

Wooden Thread Holder, c. 1936. Creator: Edward L Loper
Wooden Thread Holder, c. 1936

Turn Century Cash Register, Old Store Counter, Str
UNITED STATES - Circa 1800s: Turn Century Cash Register, Old Store Counter, String Spool To Tie Up Packages, Merchandising in Stores. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Alpaca Farm. Millbrook, New York, USA

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Young Bretonian Woman and Spindle; Jeune Bretonne au Rouet (oil on canvas)
826999 Young Bretonian Woman and Spindle; Jeune Bretonne au Rouet (oil on canvas) by Bonnal, Felicie Palade (19th Century); 92.7x74.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Fisherman, 1881 (oil on canvas)
2973091 Fisherman, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Werenskiold, Erik Theodor (1855-1938); 61x49 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

Spool Armchair, c. 1936. Creator: Ella Josephine Sterling
Spool Armchair, c. 1936

Spools, 1814. Creator: Kubo Shunman
Spools, 1814

Walnut Spool Cabinet, c. 1938. Creator: Edward L Loper
Walnut Spool Cabinet, c. 1938

Spool Holder, c. 1938. Creator: Edward L Loper
Spool Holder, c. 1938

Sewing Kit and Spool Box, c. 1938. Creator: Edward L Loper
Sewing Kit and Spool Box, c. 1938

Untitled (woman yawning), c. 1780 (mezzotint)
695558 Untitled (woman yawning), c.1780 (mezzotint) by English School, (18th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Women at a Sewing Circle, 1951 (chromolithograph)
2622298 Women at a Sewing Circle, 1951 (chromolithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage illustration of four women at a sewing circle; chromolithograph)

Red Manual Typewriter, 1925 (lithograph)
2622125 Red Manual Typewriter, 1925 (lithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a bright red manual typewriter; lithograph)

Afternoon Pasttimes, (oil on canvas)
827057 Afternoon Pasttimes, (oil on canvas) by Curzon, Paul Alfred de (1820-95); 71x90.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Afternoon Pasttimes. Paul Alfred de Curzon (1820-1895). Oil on canvas

Advertisement for Clarks Mile-End spool cotton (chromolitho)
3105010 Advertisement for Clarks Mile-End spool cotton (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tompkins yarn spooler 1875
Floor standing yarn spooler, simple construction for winding skein yarn upon spools for sewing machines, intended principally for hosiery manufactures. 1875

Tired Fingers, 1881 (oil on canvas)
659918 Tired Fingers, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Moore, Madena (fl.1880-87); 46x35.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British, out of copyright

Centennial Of Barbours Thread, 1784 - 1884 (chromolitho)
733389 Centennial Of Barbours Thread, 1784 - 1884 (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Centennial Of Barbours Thread)

Spinner (Addie Laird), 1910 (gelatin silver print)
492568 Spinner (Addie Laird), 1910 (gelatin silver print) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Child labour; USA; America; American ); Photo eChristies Images; American

The Lacemakers; Spetsknypplerskor, 1894 (oil on canvas)
659722 The Lacemakers; Spetsknypplerskor, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Zorn, Anders Leonard (1860-1920); 92.3x94.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lacemakers; Spetsknypplerskor)

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"From Telegraph to Textiles: Exploring the World of Spools" Step into the fascinating world of spools as we unravel their diverse history and uses. In the early days, a spool was not just a simple object but an essential part of communication. The telegraph receiver relied on these cylindrical wonders to transmit messages across great distances, connecting people in ways never thought possible before. Fast forward to the bustling manufactory of TRIGEMA, where different cotton fabrics are pictured alongside rows upon rows of colorful spools. These tiny tools play a crucial role in weaving intricate patterns and creating beautiful textiles that adorn our lives. Venturing further back in time, we discover turn-of-the-century cash registers standing proudly atop old store counters. Amongst antique treasures like these, one can spot trusty wooden spools patiently waiting for their next thread winding task. Across continents and cultures, spools have left their mark. In picturesque Millbrook, New York, an alpaca farm thrives thanks to its woolly inhabitants whose fibers find themselves neatly wound around sturdy spindles - yet another testament to the versatility of these humble objects. Even royalty recognizes the importance of quality craftsmanship embodied by spools. Jones Sewing Machine holds the prestigious title "By Royal Appointment, " showcasing how even monarchs rely on this timeless tool for their sewing needs. As we delve deeper into history's archives, we stumble upon vintage advertising trade cards featuring Clarks Cotton Thread - each card adorned with vibrant litho prints capturing the allure and practicality that comes with using well-crafted threads wound tightly around small wooden cylinders. Artistic endeavors also find solace in the presence of spools; from Jeune Bretonne au Rouet depicting a young woman engrossed in spinning yarn with her spindle to Fisherman immortalized on canvas through bold brushstrokes - both masterpieces paying homage to this age-old tool's significance in everyday life.