Title
Carpet Sweeper
Object Type
Creator
Date
c. 1912
Description
A carpet sweeper (American, c. 1912) made by Bissel. The multi-sided wood plank case reads "CYCO / BALL-BEARING / W.K. COVELL / NEWPORT, R.I." on one side, "CYCO / BALL-BEARING / Superior" on the other side, and "BISSELL'S" across the top. A long handle extends from the top. This sweeper was sold at the William K. Covell shop on Thames Street.
Cultural Origin
American
Medium
oak
metal
Extent
55" x 14" x 9"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mr. & Mrs. Guy Van Pelt, 2007.
Identifier
PSNC.11720
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