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Sewing Machine - Hand Operated, Frister & Rossman, Germany, circa 1900
Reg. No: ST 031926
- Summary:
- Black enamel hand operated sewing machine, made in Berlin by Frister & Rossman circa 1899 to 1914. It was most likely sold in London during the same period by W. Pierssene who was the sole agent for Frister & Rossman sewing machines at this time. It was brought to Australia, via South Africa by the mother of Mr H. Simpson of Murrumbeena.
- Description:
- Black enamel hand operated sewing machine, with gold scroll decoration. The machine is on a metal base which is set into a larger wooden base.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from W. Louch, 1978
| Discipline: | Technology |
| Dimensions: | 26 cm (Height), 27 cm (Width), 48.75 cm (Length) |
More information
| Tagged with: | sewing machines, immigration, household appliances, settlement, domestic life, brought goods |
| Themes this item is part of: | Clothing & Textiles Collection, Domestic & Community Life Collection, Migration Collection |
| Primary Classification: | ART & CRAFT |
| Secondary Classification: | Sewing |
| Tertiary Classification: | sewing machines |
| Inscriptions: | Serial No. 1336287 (R.N. 28231 - 1304862). Marked on Bobbin Winder "16 F.R.". Marked on plate "Manufactured in Germany by Frister & Rossman, Sole Agent W. Pierssene 24/25 Fore St. London E.C.". |
| Manufacturer: | Frister & Rossman, Berlin, Germany, circa 1899-1914 W. Pierssene was the sole English Agent for these machines circa1899 to 1914. |
| Agent: | W. Pierssene, London, England, Great Britain, circa 1899-1914 W. Pierssene was the sole English Agent for these machines circa1899 to 1914. |
| Place Used: | Victoria, Australia |
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