Lot 004: Antique Singer 66K Sewing Machine in Wooden Cabinet, c.1913

Estimate: $250 - $360 AUD. Starting bid: $29 AUD.

A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. - View 2 A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. - View 3 A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. - View 4 A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. - View 5 A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. - View 6 A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. - View 7 A classic early 20th-century Singer sewing machine, model likely 66 or 99, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. - View 8

Description

A classic early 20th-century Singer 66K sewing machine, housed within its original dark wooden cabinet, featuring intricate gold decals and a later added Hillman electric motor. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Early 20th Century (circa 1913) * Material: Cast iron, wood (cabinet), brass/gold-tone metal (decals, hardware) * Maker: The Singer Manufacturing Co. (Sewing Machine), Hillman (Motor) * Serial Number: V1081754 (indicating 1913 manufacture in Clydebank, Scotland) * Motor: Hillman Sewing Machine Motor, 220/250V Condition: The wooden cabinet exhibits wear consistent with age, including surface scratches, scuffs, and some fading. The sewing machine's gold decals show some areas of wear and loss. Hinges and metal components display natural patina. The Hillman electric motor is a later addition to the machine. Interesting fact: * The Singer Manufacturing Co. was a pioneer in sewing machine technology, and models like the 66K were renowned for their reliability and decorative finish, often featuring 'Red Eye' or 'Memphis' decals. * The 'V' prefix in Singer serial numbers typically denotes manufacture at their massive Kilbowie (Clydebank) factory in Scotland. Use: An ideal piece for collectors of antique sewing machines or as a distinctive decorative item for a vintage-inspired interior.

Condition Report

Wooden cabinet has surface scratches, scuffs, and fading; sewing machine decals show wear and loss; hinges and metal components show patina and age-related wear.

Specifications

CategoryAntiques
Lot ReferenceLOT-004
Estimate (AUD)$250 - $360
Buyer's Premium20%

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