I've a recently acquired barn loom; it's about 100 years old. I'd like some help with the following:
- Identifying use/purpose of the 1.5" slot on the upper beam to the weaver's left, located under the place holder for the reed.
- How do the heddles attach to the heddle holders?
- How do the treadles connect to all this?
- Any other info that can be gleaned from these photos.
It's a lovely piece and I've been reading on this forum about how to restore it. It is thought to have been built in Timberville, VA which is where it came from. The 3 reeds it came with are in wonderful shape, but I'll use metal reeds. The originals will be clean, preserved, and displayed in a safe place.
Thanks in advance for your help,
Pat