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A collection of three authentic American woodworking tools dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries (Circa 1895-1925). This …
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A collection of three authentic American woodworking tools dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries (Circa 1895-1925). This set includes two antique wooden hand screw clamps manufactured by R. Bliss Manufacturing Co. and J. H. O'Neil Jr., Successor to R. Bliss Manufacturing Co., together with an early hand screw clamp mechanism that illustrates the construction of these traditional cabinetmaker's tools.
Crafted from hard maple with hand turned hardwood threaded screws and turned hardwood handles, these tools were essential in cabinet and furniture workshops for securing workpieces during glue-ups and joinery. The maker's stamps identify two respected American manufacturers associated with the long tradition of woodworking in New England.
Each piece retains its original aged finish, warm patina, and honest evidence of decades of workshop use. Displayed together, they make an exceptional decorative grouping for a study, library, workshop, or industrial-inspired interior, while also appealing to collectors of early American woodworking tools.
Acquired in Newport, Rhode Island, during the 1970s and preserved in a private collection for more than fifty years.
Large clamp is 12", smaller clamp is 8". The hand screw clamp is 10"
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 2ʺD × 10ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Maple
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition with age-related wear, oxidation to the iron screws, and surface marks consistent with age and use. Two … moreGood antique condition with age-related wear, oxidation to the iron screws, and surface marks consistent with age and use. Two clamps are complete and functional; the third piece is an incomplete clamp mechanism and is included as part of the collection. less
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