Domestic object - Sewing Machine, early 20th century

Physical description

Sewing machine, portable, hand operated, with Premier logo. Has folding crank handle, body painted black with floral design, wooden base and separate wooden cover with lock. Base has compartment with accessories, covered by curved ended, sliding wooden panel. Decorative linework on side, carvings on each corner. Wooden handle on cover is carved in rings, folds down. Below handle is decorative inlaid pattern. Serial number on plate at back of machine. Accessories include 13 attachments, key (broken), screwdriver, sewing machine needle, razor blades (2) and buttons. Attached to inside of case is a square of paper with a number on it. Instruction book for Singer Sewing Machines is included. Also with machine are white tailor's chalk and a cut out, fabric pocket with tissue paper pattern pinned to it.

Inscriptions & markings

Serial number "579200" is stamped into plate at back of machine. Brand on transfer on front of machine is "Premier".
Paper inside case has hand written number "334A".
Instruction book "Instructions for using Singer Sewing Machines No. 66 - Oscillating hook for family use"

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