Overview
A vintage four-harness metal table loom designed for weaving intricate patterns in a compact space. This model features the signature black enameled steel frame and manual lever-action harness system that revolutionized home weaving.
Preliminary identification
Structo Artcraft Table Loom, No. 240
Photo reference
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Story
Founded in 1908, Structo originally made 'structural toys' to compete with Erector sets. They pivoted to these professional-grade looms to empower home weavers during the Arts and Crafts revival, turning a hobby into a precise science.
Maker / Origin
The Structo Manufacturing Company was a pioneer in mechanical toys and educational tools. Their looms were so well-engineered that they were adopted by occupational therapists and schools nationwide, remaining the gold standard for portable weaving for decades.
Condition & Value
The loom shows honest wear and some surface oxidation consistent with age. The presence of a project currently on the loom suggests the mechanical parts are likely still functional, though the decal is partially worn. Surface rust reduces value by 20%.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction· Jun 2024
$1,280
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Dealer archive· Mar 2024
$1,450
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Marketplace sale· Jan 2024
$980
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Estate platform· Oct 2023
$1,150
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Auction result· Aug 2023
$1,375
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.