4 0 c m
30cm
actual image size: 22cm x 29cm
Description
A full-length Spinning Mule at Quarry Bank Mill, Styal, invented by Samuel Crompton and patented by him in 1779, combining the drawing out process of the Water Frame with the moveable carriage of the Spinning Jenny. It was particularly suitable for spinning fine yarns and weft.
Image Details
Property Name
Styal Estate
NTPL Ref. No.
143221
Region
North West
©NTPL/Ian Shaw