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Early Paw Foot Style Ketchum's Patent Hand Crank Sewing Machine   These "paw foot" style sewing machines were manufactured only for a short period during the 1860's-1870's, and produced by a variety of companies working in the New England region.  There were numerous variations and most were unmarked as to manufacturer.  All were highly decorated and extremely attractive.  This example is one of very few found that are marked "Ketchum's Patent April 28, 1863", which indicates the patent for the stitch mechanism.  It features the classic fire-hydrant design body style with acorn finial.  The one apology is a break in the thread holder.  The paint is about 75%-80%.  A rare machine which will enhance any collection!     SOLD!

 

 

Lake Patent Integral Clamp Cast Iron Sewing Machine  There are only a handful of examples of this early patented sewing machine known.  This is only the second one I have ever had and sold.  These integral clamp sewing machines are similar in design to what are referred to as the "Hancock" machines, and both carry the same patent date of Aug. 6, 1867 stamped into the stitch plate.  A later patent on this machine was apparently granted to an inventor named Jennie L. Lake, who I assume is a woman, on Aug. 30, 1870 (patent # 106,943) which related to an improvement in the thread guide and needle closer located under the plate that helped form the stitch.  The condition of this example is good, with no cracks or breaks in the casting.  The gear wheel and other mechanical parts turn freely and although there is some paint loss and a little "texture" to the surface it is in very presentable condition, given it's rarity.       SOLD!

Linnea Sewing Machine    This super well-made cast iron sewing machine is not a toy but a small chain-stitch machine that was manufactured by Bergbom & Roberg of Chicago, Illinois.  It operates effortlessly and efficiently with a unique crankshaft-like internal mechanism.  The little wooden storage drawer of this hard-to-find sewing machine is a nicely-crafted remake.   There is lots of original gold decoration remaining and the black finish is super.   These machines are rarely offered for sale, and this one is a real beauty!    SOLD

  

 

Rare 1860's Patent Williams & Orvis  Treadle Sewing Machine   Williams & Orvis was a Boston-based company that manufactured sewing machines for just a few short years from 1858 to the mid 1860's, according to the Smithsonian book on antique sewing machines by Grace Rogers Cooper.  Examples of this machine are few and far between and this example is the first one we have ever owned or offered.  This version is known as the second model, and it features a wonderful figural head design that resembles a dolphin or other such graceful creature.  The elegant form is especially striking because of it's petite size.  This treadle machine is unusual in that it is friction-driven, utilizing a large flywheel that is mounted underneath.  Rather than being attached to the machine with a belt, the flywheel presses against a rubber ring that is fastened directly to the machine's drive-wheel.  This example still retains much of the gilt decoration that is so often worn off of these early machines.  And if you look closely you can still make out the manufacturer's name and location in the gold lettering that appears at the base of the arm.  The stitchplate is clearly marked "Patent Applied For".  The finish is no doubt in such nice condition due to the fact that the wooden hood or cover has remained intact with the machine.   The decorative cast iron treadle stand is in excellent condition as well, with no cracks or breaks in the casting.  The pin that attaches the rod to the treadle plate has been replaced with a nail which could easily be changed out if wanted.  This is a hard-to-find early patented sewing machine in outstanding condition.     SOLD  

1858 Patent New England Style Sewing Machine    These antique sewing machines are commonly referred to as New England-styles,  and were actually made by many different manufacturers both here in the US, Canada and in England, where they were known as the Weir.  These machines feature an unusual "walking" presser foot to move the fabric along from above, rather than the more typical underneath feed-dog mechanism.  Generally they are done in floral designs, and this one is also on the base, but the end plate has what appears to be a tomato, grapes, and cherries.  The condition of the paint is super.  So many of these machines are worn almost completely bare, but not this example.  It is one of the nicest we have seen!      SOLD

 

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