Lot 153


The "Ideal Toy Treadle Sewing Machine is a very nice piece of 19th century Americana. In Glenda Thomas's first book on toy and miniature sewing machines she has one pictured and has a lot of info about the two different manufacturers having made these. Her research also reveals that well known outfits like Marshall Fields of Chicago were distributers. The ads she cites are from the late 1890's and include one from the Youths Companion, and the Ladies Home Journal. She even pictures one of these ads in the back of the book and it shows that this machine sold for the whopping sum of $5.00 when it was first offered. There is not a lot of decoration, but there never was. This machine was marketed as not just a toy to be played with, but also a machine to be used by not only the child, but the mom, or even the servant. It was a very utilitarian machine and offered that way. The stand is very nicely done, with the name Ideal in cast out or cut out letters like one finds in certain wrenches or other pieces of decorative cast iron from this era. The treadle is especially well done and rivals those in detail and finish found on real treadles from this era. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
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Dimensions:
- 31" tall 10" x 18" Condition:
- Good - Very Good Working Condition. It is missing the belt
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