Machine, Sewing

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a vintage sewing machine set against a deep purple background, showcasing a compact, intricately designed structure with decorative floral patterns painted in rich hues on its black metal body. This sewing machine features a hand crank on the side, accompanied by a spool of white thread stationed on top. Its metallic components, such as the needle and presser foot, exhibit a classic, polished appearance, reflecting light subtly. The machine, supported by sturdy legs, embodies an antique charm reminiscent of early 20th-century craftsmanship. This beautifully detailed piece serves as a testament to the era's mechanical ingenuity and aesthetic sense.

The image depicts a vintage sewing machine set against a deep purple background, showcasing a compact, intricately designed structure with decorative floral patterns painted in rich hues on its black metal body. This sewing machine features a hand crank on the side, accompanied by a spool of white thread stationed on top. Its metallic components, such as the needle and presser foot, exhibit a classic, polished appearance, reflecting light subtly. The machine, supported by sturdy legs, embodies an antique charm reminiscent of early 20th-century craftsmanship. This beautifully detailed piece serves as a testament to the era's mechanical ingenuity and aesthetic sense.

Name/Title

Machine, Sewing

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.540

Description

Sewing Machine/manufacuted in German/Black with decorative gold trim/Gebrauchs Answeisung Instruction sheet kept in zip lock bag.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Machine, Sewing

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Machine, Needlework

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Needleworking Equipment

Nomenclature Class

Textileworking T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 04: Tools & Equipment for Materials

Dimensions

Height

6-5/8 in

Width

5-1/2 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Dec 19, 2013