A 19th century (Willcox & Gibbs) chain stitch sewing machine, circa 1865
A 19th century (Willcox & Gibbs) chain stitch sewing machine, circa 1865, with early thread tensioner with glass disc, with winding crank on wooden base, bearing inscribed list of patents in Britain, America and Britain, bearing gilt W& G badge inscribed Willcox & Gibbs, Sewing Machine Co., New York, fitted in wooden carry case, the case 36cm x 24.5cm x 37cm
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A 19th century (Willcox & Gibbs) chain stitch sewing machine, circa 1865, with early thread tensioner with glass disc, with winding crank on wooden base, bearing inscribed list of patents in Britain, America and Britain, bearing gilt W& G badge inscribed Willcox & Gibbs, Sewing Machine Co., New York, fitted in wooden carry case, the case 36cm x 24.5cm x 37cm