Summary
Singer cylinder arm sewing machine, Model No. 178, Serial No. G 4612106. Made at Singer factory iin Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA in 1916.
Used at Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, Richmond in the upstairs workroom. Cylinder arm machines were used in the handbag section or for difficult work around coat sleeves.
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd was formed in 1924 and produced leather gloves and coats, handbags, helmets and associated leather goods. The company first operated in Smith Street, and subsequently Alexandra Parade, Collingwood, relocating to Victoria Street, Richmond in 1928, where it remained until 1988.
Physical Description
Singer and gold scroll work on body of machine. Serial number indicates made in Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA in 1916.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Alistair Mitchell, 1989
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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Manufacturer
Singer Manufacturing Co, Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America, 1916
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User
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, 488-496 Victoria Street, Richmond North, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1924-1988
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Inscriptions
Model No. 178, Serial No. G 4612106 (1916). Has No. 44 written in red paint on side.
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Classification
Manufacturing & industry, Clothing accessories, Sewing machines
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
48 cm (Length), 35 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Glovemaking, Leatherworking, Sewing Machines, Trades, Working Life
