pottenbakkersdraaispil
The Pottenbakkersdraaispil, also known as the *Pottenbakkersspil* or *Pottenbakkerswiel*, is a traditional Dutch hand-driven grain mill used primarily in the southern provinces of the Netherlands, particularly in Limburg. The name derives from the Dutch words *pottenbakkers*, meaning "potters," as these mills were historically operated by potters who needed to grind clay for their craft.
This type of mill features a vertical wheel, typically made of wood, that is turned manually by
Pottenbakkersdraaispils were commonly found in rural areas before the widespread adoption of motorized mills in the
Today, the Pottenbakkersdraaispil is largely obsolete in practical use but remains a cultural artifact, reflecting the