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What is the oldest sewing machine brand?

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What is the oldest sewing machine brand?
Most experts consider Singer to be the oldest sewing machine brand. The I.M Singer & Company, founded in 1851 by Isaac Singer and Edward Cabot Clark, manufactured the first Singer sewing machines. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique sewing machines.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Regency Japanned Chinoiserie Sewing Cabinet
Located in Northampton, GB
Regency Japanned sewing cabinet beautifully decorated with vibrant chinoiserie scenes. The front
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Antique 19th Century British Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Rare Sewing Cabinet, Biedermeier Style, Russia, 1870
Located in Milan, IT
A rare sewing cabinet, Biedermeier style, made of birch wood, brass, metal plate in relief. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
. Washington who was said to have had a sewing cabinet that she could sit at to sew. Some descriptions tell of
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Early 20th Century Federal Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Country French Mini-Petrin Sewing Cabinet ~ End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Mini-Petrin Sewing Cabinet ~ End Table is one of the most charming
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial End Tables

Materials

Brass

French lacquered Work table Side table Worker Accordion Sewing Cabinet, 19th C
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
are typical of Asian inspiration; This beautiful work table - side table - worker - sewing cabinet is
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Antique French Country Oak & Walnut Serpentine Sewing Cabinet Side Accent Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique sewing box table or cabinet, circa 1910s. Made from oak & walnut featuring serpentine form
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Vintage 1910s French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

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