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Domestic object - Sewing Machine, late 19th or early 20th century

  • Metal treadle machine with wooden platform

    Sewing Machine, front profile

  • Ends of the metal treadle plates have a moulded maker's name

    Close-up of treadle plates

  • Drawer has decorative wooden trip and fancy metal plate around key hole

    Wooden drawer from above at an angle

  • Drawer has fitted compartments and locking mechanics

    Drawer from above

  • Metal treadle machine with wooden platform
  • Ends of the metal treadle plates have a moulded maker's name
  • Drawer has decorative wooden trip and fancy metal plate around key hole
  • Drawer has fitted compartments and locking mechanics

Historical information

This Eclipse model, treadle operated sewing machine was made by the Oldham Sewing Machine Company in Greater Manchester U.K.. It was used by sailmakers for sewing sails with box shape top and slim neck.

Physical description

Sewing machine, foot treadle, for sewing sails with box shape top and slim neck. Brand is Eclipse. Cast iron base is bolted to square wooden table-top with drawer under table. Drawer has 3 partitions and wood fitting with 5 drilled holes for needle storage, lock has diamond shaped, decorative metal surrounds; half of inside drawer is painted black. Decorative metal stand, painted green, with 2 foot pedals; 1 foot pedal drives the wheel wheel.

Inscriptions & markings

Padals both have "ECLIPSE" cast into the iron.

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