Epinetron

A Epinetron (Greek ἐπίνητρον ) is in the 5th century BC in ancient Greece developed device for preparing ( " off " ) of spinning wool. Falsely the Epinetron is often referred to as Ono, but underneath is according to the evidence of the ancient testimonies probably a kind of footstool to understand that with the Epinetron plays a role in the wool processing.

When Epinetron is a kind of cylinder that is cut in half lengthwise and, on a narrow side with a closure. The handling of Epinetron is described by Hesychius. Then it was placed on the thigh and then pulled the already spun wool thread prior to further processing for roughening on the rough surface.

In Attic time, they developed a popular cult object and unmarried deceased girls were often given as grave goods. The Epinetron was made ​​of clay or wood; received numerous painted copies of vase painters.