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"Pet", a Dome-Top Wooden Case Red Model 20 Look-Alike
They say that copying is the highest form of flattery,
and Singer toy sewing machines were so popular in their day that it is little
wonder that other manufacturers saw the benefit of marketing their own versions
of these highly detailed and realistic little machines. There are a host
of look-alike machines that I would classify as "frequently found"---the English
"Grain" and "Essex" would fall into this category. Then there are some
that are a bit more "hard to find", such as the Japanese "All" and the "Lead".
The next category up would be examples that are "very hard to find" and in this
category I would put the Australian "Peter Pan" and the American "Pfaff".
And then very occasionally a look-alike machine comes along that deserves to
be given the designation of "extremely hard to find". The "Pet" is one
such example. This is a machine that I have never seen in another collection,
nor is it pictured in any of the TSM books. There is no indication as
to the country of origin, but it is well-made and beautifully designed.
It is a rich and vivid burgundy red color which my pictures almost do not do
justice to. It is mounted on a wooden base with a dome-shaped cover having
the name "Pet" in fancy gold script surrounded by lovely pink roses with golden
leaves. There is also a fancy gold decal with the word "Pet" on the back
side of the machine itself. Perhaps the most unusual and beautiful feature
of all is the embossment of roses and leaves that the end panel sports.
And note the unusual placement there of the thread tensioning device.
This toy sewing machine is in excellent condition overall with just one minor
apology---there was one small spot of rust on the metal stitch plate just to
the front of the seam guide that I have cleaned off and polished. I have
included a picture to show this so you can see that there is still minor evidence
of where that spot was, but overall it does not detract. If you are looking
for an extremely unusual variation of a Singer "look alike" toy sewing machine,
then this one will definitely fit the bill.
Excellent . . . . .$675.00 SOLD
Essex
/ Grain English TSM / Toy Sewing Machine
The Essex TSM Toy sewing machine is a Singer
knockoff. It is English, and a nicely made machine. The suitcase is
original and nice. These were provided with an extension table as seen
in the pics. The original instructions are also included. These
date from the 60's or so. Very Nice!!
Fine . . . . . . .$175.00 SOLD!
Integral
Clamp Bavarian Sewing Machine
The Bavarian sewing machine factory that sold this small cast iron sewing machine
existed only for a few short years in the 1920's, and examples are rarely found
in this country. All sewing machines with integral clamps are considered
rare and desirable. This one comes to you out of my own collection, and
was purchased some years ago. It's delicate "skeleton-style" body with
built-in clamp is in excellent condition. There are no cracks or breaks
in the casting, and nearly all of the original black paint remains, along with
much of the decorative gold pinstripe. It's a rare machine that
you will be proud to own and to display!
Excellent . . . . . . .$695.00 SOLD
Bavarian
Skeleton Sewing Machine
The Bavarian sewing machine factory that sold this small cast iron sewing machine
existed only for a few short years in the 1920's, and examples are rarely found
in this country. It's a delicate "skeleton-style" body
mounted to a board. There are no cracks or breaks
in the casting, and nearly all of the original black paint remains, along with
much of the decorative gold pinstripe. These are harder to find
than the ones with the built in clamp. It's a rare machine that
you will be proud to own and to display!
Excellent . . . . . . .$795.00 SOLD
Bavarian
Full Bodied Chain Drive Toy Sewing Machine
The Bavarian sewing machine factory that sold this small toy sewing machine
existed only for a few short years in the 1920's, and examples are rarely found
in this country.
Very unusual, and very nice!!Excellent . . . . . . .$895.00 SOLD
F.W.
Muller No. 6 Ladies' Sewing Machine
One of the most strikingly beautiful and ornamental
sewing machines ever produced is this elaborately designed Muller No. 6.
The decoration that is cast into the body of this nickel-over-cast iron antique
sewing machine is extremely detailed and is accented with gold wash highlights.
Dating from the late 1800's, this is one of the very few models to use a front
crank mechanism, and the operation actually functions surprisingly smoothly.
This elegant little machine measures just 5 1/2" across the base. Most
likely this sewing machine was marketed to well-to-do ladies of the time as
a "boudoir" or travel machine although it was probably also high on the wish
list of young girls as well.
Excellent . . . . . . .$1275.00 SOLD
F.W.
Muller No. 19 Handcrank Antique Sewing Machine in RED!
The Model 19 is most frequently found in black. It is occasionally
found in blue. But the least frequently found color of all is this, the
red model. These colored examples were apparently made only for export,
so just a relatively few number were produced and fewer still have survived.
In many years of buying, selling and collecting small antique sewing machines
I have owned probably a dozen or more black Muller 19's and only two blue ones---but
this is the very first red Model 19 I have ever had the opportunity to buy,
as they are generally seen only in long-time antique sewing machine collections.
This example was purchased out of a home in Sacramento and the benefits of the
moderate and dry climate can be seen in its condition. The red and blue
Mullers were coated with a clear finish that over the years inevitably tends
to yellow to one degree or another, and I have seen blue models that look more
green than blue because of this. And although this red example shows the
ever slightest change of color I do think it would rate a "very good" on anybody's
condition scale. The decals are bright and colorful and show little to
no wear. The metalwork shows a little oxidation here and there, but overall
the machine displays beautifully.
Excellent . . . . . .$975.00 SOLD
Blue F.W.
Muller No. 19 Antique Sewing Machine / TSM
The Muller Model 19 is most frequently found in black.
This one shows some wear, but is overall pretty nice. The
decoration in the middle of the top is a large M, not a W.Good . . . . . . .$775.00 SOLD
Unusual
Small French Lakner Sewing Machine
This diminutive antique sewing machine measures just 6" or so
in length. According to sewing machine collector and author Rita Koym
it was manufactured by a French firm by the name of Lakner. This machine
is nickel plated and the casting is extremely delicate. Some of its unusual
features include a built-in folding clamp, double spool pins, and an extremely
unusual horizontal rather than vertical thread looper on the underside of the
base. The nickel plating is worn off in spots, and the machine could benefit
from a polishing / cleaning, but it is in otherwise very presentable condition!
Excellent . . . . . . .$675.00 SOLD
Moldacot
Pocket Sewing Machine
This small clamp-on
lockstitch machine, patented in 1885 by a S. A. Rosenthal, operates with an
amazingly tiny bobbin / shuttle. It is a machine of historical importance
as it operates using a distinctly different design principle and is unlike any
others that were being made at the time or have since been manufactured.
These complex sewing devices were only made for a few short years, and there
are several model variations available. This example, the solid wheel
version, is marked "No. 23787 Moldacot Patent Made in Germany".
It retains most of it's nickel finish showing just minor loss here and
there, and it is complete right down to the shuttle and needle. If you
do not have this sewing machine in your collection, this piece that will add
a new dimension and interest whether it is focused on full size sewing machines,
child size, or like ours, those machines with a built-in clamp.
Excellent . . . . . . .$475.00 SOLD
Moldacot Sewing Machine
This small clamp-on
lockstitch machine, patented in 1885 by a S. A. Rosenthal. These complex
sewing devices were only made for a few short years, and there are
several model variations available. This example retains most of it's nickel finish showing just minor loss here and
there. It is complete right down to the shuttle and needle.
Excellent . . . . . . .$550.00 SOLD
Moldacot Sewing Machine in Original Box
This small clamp-on
lockstitch machine, patented in 1885 by a S. A. Rosenthal. These complex
sewing devices were only made for a few short years, and there are
several model variations available. This example retains most of it's nickel finish showing just minor loss here and
there. It is complete right down to the shuttle and needle.
Excellent . . . . . . .$975.00 SOLD
"Lead" TSM Toy
Sewing Machine in Wooden Dome Case
The English produced a few
different "copies" of the earlier model Singer toy sewing machine over the
years, and although the Lead looks very similar to the English versions it
was actually made in Japan. The Lead is a nice looking machine and
very well done. They went the extra step on the upgraded model like
this by putting it on a wooden base and adding a wooden curved dome top.
Very nice!!
Very Good . . . . .$175.00 SOLD!
French
Baby Toy Sewing Machine / TSM This French Toy Sewing Machine / TSM
is a very unusual one to find here in the US. It has a steel top body, and
a heavy cast iron base. This is a very unusual combination. The overall
condition is like new. The is virtually no wear to the paint or decals.
The stitch plate is marked with the name Baby as well as a logo which Thomas
identifies as being by Robert Wybo. This is a pretty hard to find machine
that only turns up occasionally.
Good + . . . . . . .$375.00
SOLD!
Cast
Iron French Baby TSM / Toy Sewing Machine w/ Original Box
This cast iron French TSM is is very nice condition. The decorations
and paint are near perfect, and there is no rust or pitting on the exposed
metal parts. This is a nice machine that I have never had before.
The one pictured in Thomas's book belonged to Marge Abel, a US collector of
highest regard. You are not going to find a nicer example than this,
here or there.
Good + . . . . . . .$475.00 SOLD!
French
"Baby" Toy Sewing Machine / TSM
These nice looking cast iron TSM's are very similar in design to the German Mullers. They were made
in at least a couple of different sizes. They can be found with domes
also. A nice
looking toy sewing machine that is rarely found here in the US!
Good +. . . . . . .$575.00 SOLD!
"Gold
Medal" Toy Sewing Machine
The market for TSM's got so hot for a while that it became difficult to find
different machines, and collectors were so eager that they would pay
crazy money for a machine that they had not seen before. A place
where Will met Desire. If that is too subtle for you, these
machines are repainted Leads with a new and different decal applied.
I have been told a few sold for big bucks, but after a bit Sanity met
Greed. The message - - Buyer Beware!!!FAKE!! . . . . . SOLD!
Chinese
Knock-Off of German TSM / Toy Sewing Machine
Back around the turn of the century, and that would be this century, when
things were good, and there were more collectors than TSM machines around, some
enterprising entrepreneur, nobody seems to know exactly who, put in an order for
some Chinese outfit to make this sewing machine. It was really quite
nicely done. And when they first appeared a few sold for stupid money, but
after a bit the truth bubbled up, interest waned, and prices dropped.
They must not have made too many because you do not see them around all the
time. A must have for the complete collection.
Fine . . . . . . . SOLD!
Antique
Hand-Crank Cast Iron Colibri Sewing Machine
This beautiful and elegant antique sewing machine was manufactured by Bremner &
Bruckmann in Germany near the turn of the century. This Colibri should not
be confused with the more commonly found Muller 12. This is a very nice antique
sewing machine that is not typically found in the US. Measuring just under
12" across it is slightly larger than most "toy" machines, and was promoted as a
machine that could be used by adults as well as by children. It is highly
decorated with gold, red and green decals and has a lovely footed base. The
body of the machine is hinged to the base and when you release the screw you can
tilt back the machine to reveal a little storage compartment that would have held
the machine's accessories. This example still retains the seam guide and a
piping guide, as well as a little needle case with two sewing machine needles, and
the original (although brittle and torn) instruction sheet. The condition
of the machine is exceptional. The machine itself is near mint. Even
the outside of the tin domed cover, which is oftentimes found worn or dented, is
very nice.
Fine . . . . . . .$495.00 SOLD!
German
/ Bavarian Chain Drive Toy Sewing Machine
It is speculated in Glenda Thomas's book on TSM's that
this style sewing machine was produced in the first quarter of the 1900's by
an unknown maker and distributed by an outfit called Bayerische
Nahmaschinenfabrik A.G. This German firm was not nearly as prolific a maker
as Casige or Muller or many of the other toy sewing machine manufacturers of
the day, and their machines are highly collectible because of their relative
scarcity. It is an unusual design with a chain drive mechanism. The
condition is very nice, and it is sure to be a highlight of the collection.
Fine . . . . . . .$695.00 SOLD!
"Peter Pan"
TSM / Toy Sewing Machine
The Peter Pan TSM hails from down under Australia way and is a very hard to
find TSM here in the US. The basic body design is very similar to a Singer
toy, but the wheel is different and the color is as well. The decal and
paint on this example are very nice and it will be hard to find a
nicer example.
Excellent . . . . .$275.00 SOLD!
This is just a sample of the many
antiques & collectibles we have sold.
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Sales Archive Pages on this Site.
We Buy Quality Antiques
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