TWO EARLY WASHING MACHINE PATENT MODELS
272. TWO EARLY WASHING MACHINE PATENT MODELS
American, 19th century. Two individually constructed wooden washing machine patent models illustrating different approaches to mechanized laundry. The first, patented by A. Haynes on December 17, 1872, features a rectangular wash tub with spring-loaded operating mechanism and wooden agitator. The second, dated March 24, 1874, incorporates a hand-cranked gear assembly, internal washing mechanism, and spring fittings. | 12" l. | Crankshaft and gear possibly replaced, otherwise (Excellent Condition) | $800 - $1,600
Condition
Crankshaft and gear possibly replaced, otherwise (Excellent Condition)
272. TWO EARLY WASHING MACHINE PATENT MODELS
American, 19th century. Two individually constructed wooden washing machine patent models illustrating different approaches to mechanized laundry. The first, patented by A. Haynes on December 17, 1872, features a rectangular wash tub with spring-loaded operating mechanism and wooden agitator. The second, dated March 24, 1874, incorporates a hand-cranked gear assembly, internal washing mechanism, and spring fittings. | 12" l. | Crankshaft and gear possibly replaced, otherwise (Excellent Condition) | $800 - $1,600
Condition
Crankshaft and gear possibly replaced, otherwise (Excellent Condition)
