{"product_id":"antique-collection-of-five-carpet-beaters-wood-and-wire-circa-1900","title":"Antique Collection of Five Carpet Beaters, Wood and Wire, Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional collection of five antique carpet and rug beaters dating to around 1900, each formed from hand-shaped metal wire and finished with a turned wooden handle. Created as practical household tools, the five examples display distinct looped, teardrop and openwork configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore the widespread use of electric vacuum cleaners, rugs and carpets were carried outdoors, suspended and struck repeatedly to release dust embedded within their fibers. Gathered as a collection, the five objects move beyond their original purpose and become a remarkably expressive sculptural ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounted vertically or arranged in a fan-shaped composition, the five beaters create a striking wall installation, equally suited to primitive, country, farmhouse, rustic, industrial or contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good, age-appropriate wear; wooden handles show patina and surface marks; metal wire has oxidation and minor distortions. Individual beaters range from 30-35 in H x 6-10 in W.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Regiment of Love","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50509875478767,"sku":"LU10969251313902","price":1210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/0613\/7327\/files\/IMG_9973_bg_processed.jpg?v=1786742343","url":"https:\/\/regimentoflove.com\/products\/antique-collection-of-five-carpet-beaters-wood-and-wire-circa-1900","provider":"Regiment of Love","version":"1.0","type":"link"}