Antique Loom Spool Holder

Dimensions: 17.5L x 3W x 2.75H Condition: FairPeriod: Early 20th Century, 100+ years oldMaterials: Wood Place of Origin: KoreaThe large wooden loom that woman would use to make Mosi cloth comes with this independent spool holder. Mosi is made from Ramie thread from the stalks of the ramie plant. After painstakingly stripping and separating each thread with their teeth, women would place the spool of Ramie thread at the center of this spool holder. The pointed ends of the spool holder would be passed between layers of thread back and forth to create the weave. Short 13-minute documentary about Mosi-making (Spool Holder in use at 6:55) Disclaimer: All information about this piece is unverified. Explanations of the origin, period, materials and use were relayed via antique dealers based in Korea. We cannot verify with 100% certainty the period, materials and actual use. Vintage items, by nature, are likely to carry various marks and indications of their age. Be aware that slight color va