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1940

  • Work on this object began.

1987

  • We acquired this object.

  • Work on this object ended.

2015

2025

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Paper Spindle (USA), 20th century

This is a Paper spindle. It is dated 20th century and we acquired it in 1987. Its medium is plastic and metal housing. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

Its dimensions are

Overall: 18.8 x 18.3 x 31.7 cm (7 3/8 x 7 3/16 x 12 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Paper Spindle (USA), 20th century; plastic and metal housing; Overall: 18.8 x 18.3 x 31.7 cm (7 3/8 x 7 3/16 x 12 1/2 in.); 1987-92-3-a,b

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