ROCKER BEATER LOOM #51: THE DE SOTO ILLINOIS LOOM

Loom stored at a private location in De Soto, Illinois 

Wide view of front-right side of loom, showing mid-loom support for shedding system and two treadles. Note metal rocker strap attached to base of loom on right side.


Detailed view of rocker.
  
Remaining parts of the original shedding system.

 This loom was seen listed on eBay. It looks to be in original condition but appears to be missing several major parts: the breast beam and possibly the cloth beam/cloth beam brake system. The present owner responded to inquiry and stated that that loom was purchased it at auction, from a family that was known to collect antiques. They have since passed away and no other background information is available on the loom.

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