Object Record
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Title |
Three Pulley Block and Tackle, n.d. |
Object Name |
Block and Tackle |
Description |
Three Pulley Block and Tackle, n.d. Painted black wooden tackle that is oval cylindrical in shape. Three metal pulley rings inside wooden frame. Rings are attached by a metal rod that extends the length of the tackle. Metal half circles at top of pulley are broken off and missing. Two steel J-hooks attached with bolts to the half circle metal pieces. |
Date |
n.d. |
Creator |
Unknown |
Role |
Manufacturer |
Catalog Number |
2013.017.025 |
Dimensions |
H-12.5 W-8 D-6.375 inches |
Collection |
3D - Mechanical Tools & Equipment |
Inscription Text |
None. |
Provenance |
Pete's Harbor Collection |
Notes |
"A block and tackle system amplifies the tension force in the rope to lift heavy loads. They are common on boats and sailing ships, where tasks are often performed manually..." [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Block_and_tackle 7/21/2015] |
Search Terms |
Block and Tackle Boats Harbor Harbors Pete's Harbor Pulley |
Subjects |
Boats Harbors Pulleys Sailing ships |
People |
Uccelli, Paula G. Uccelli, Pete |
Credit line |
Courtesy of Paula Ucceli |