Summary
Chain Stitch sewing machine made by Wilcox & Gibbs Sewing Machine Co. post 1864. The latest patent for this machine is for 1864. The simple chain or tambour stitch machine was invented in 1856 by James A.E. Gibbs of Virginia. It was later improved by J. Wilcox and manufactured using the combined patents.
Physical Description
Metal sewing machine painted black with gold floral design on wooden base and with a spool of yellow thread in place.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from J. J. Crowley, 28 Nov 1957
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Manufacturer
Willcox & Gibbs Sewing Machine Co, New York, New York State, United States of America, post 1864
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Inscriptions
On plate: WILLCOX & GIBBS/SEWING MACHINE CO./NEW YORK/LONDON/PARIS
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Overall Dimensions
324 mm (Width), 209 mm (Depth), 265 mm (Height), 5.85 kg (Weight)
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Maximum dimensions
205 mm (Length), 320 mm (Width), 265 mm (Height)
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