Clamp or press, Canterbury, NH

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Object ID:

1955.7061.1

Community:

New Hampshire, Canterbury

Makers

Shaker

Description

Bookbinding press. Press comprises two rectangular blocks with a screw at either end. Screws have bulbous handles. One screw is longer than other.

Notes

Originally used in bookbinding, and later used to press woven poplar used in fancy goods.

New Hampshire Canterbury

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