antique Geneva Hand Fluter, 1800s laundry, labor-saving device

An antique geneva hand fluter from the mid 19th century. The iron hand-fluter allowed users to quickly press fluted ruffles into cuffs, collars, and other trims.

The heavy rocker style device features a top piece with a handle and fitted base. There is a wonderful patina to the metal. Some of the fluted bars on the top half have melted or worn down.

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