Spinning Silk Stereoview Keystone View Co. South Manchester Conn 1910s Factory For Sale

This antique stereoview card offers a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century American industry. The 3D view depicts a detailed scene within a silk spinning factory, specifically showcasing a roving frame. A worker is visible amidst rows of machinery, tending to the spools of silk. The image captures the intricate process of textile manufacturing, providing a historical look at the South Manchester, Connecticut facility.Published by the renowned Keystone View Company, this stereograph is a testament to their comprehensive documentation of global subjects. The card features a curved mount, enhancing the immersive 3D experience when viewed through a stereoscope. The reverse side provides an in-depth description of the silk spinning process, explaining how raw silk is cleaned, combed, and spun into threads, detailing the transformation from "roving" to "singles" and ultimately to finished silk goods. It also references the 1910 census regarding the extent of the silk industry in the United States, firmly placing this stereoview in the early 1910s era. This piece is a valuable addition for collectors of stereoviews, industrial history, and Connecticut memorabilia.Verified Specifications:
Item Type: Stereoview Card
Publisher/Manufacturer: Keystone View Company
Subject Matter: Silk spinning, Textile Industry, Manufacturing, Factory, Industrial History
View Title & Number: #T52 - Spinning Silk--Showing Roving Frame, So. Manchester, Conn. (Front); #24 - SPINNING SILK. SOUTH MANCHESTER, CONN. (Back)
Format/Mount Type: Curved Mount
Materials: Cardboard mount
City/State/Province/Country: South Manchester, Conn. (View); Meadville, Pa., New York, N. Y., Chicago, Ill., London, England (Publisher)
Logos/Graphics: Keystone View Company text and logo elements
Identifiers: COPYRIGHTED MADE IN U. S. A., Copyright by The Keystone View Company, Lat. 42° N; Long. 73° W.

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