Raber Middlefield Antiques 9.21.26

John Almer Kister Fanning Mill Model

This auction ended on September 21, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $10 - $500

Buyer's Premium: 20%

Sold for: $175

Description

A hand-crafted miniature wooden model of an agricultural fanning mill, a machine designed to separate grain from chaff. The model is built with a rectangular frame constructed from stained wood and mounted on four turned wooden wheels. A stenciled mark in black block letters on a lower side panel reads JOHN ALMER KISTER. Dimensions: 8 in. L x 12 in. H.