Singer toy sewing machine of Shirley and Nancy Martin, c. 1930s

Name/Title

Singer toy sewing machine of Shirley and Nancy Martin, c. 1930s

Entry/Object ID

2018.67.4

Description

Acc. No. 18.67.4 Subject Category: Toys Date or Period: circa 1930's Object: Sewing machine, miniature Description: A miniature replica of a hand activated table sewing machine, various parts are chrome plated. There is a circular shaped transfer medallion that states, "Singer Manfg. Co." It also includes an adjustable threaded clamp as a tabletop attachment. The original traveling case is covered in wine colored imitation leather with an attached bail handle. Size: Sewing machine: H-6 1/2”; Case: H-4” x D-8” History of Object: A toy sewing machine that belonged to Shirley and Nancy Martin of the Charles Martin family on Mound Street. Acquired from: Estate of Nancy Martin Date:11/11/2018