Sewing Machine

Description

Treadle sewing machine - a mechanical sewing device designed for sewing clothes and various textile items in domestic settings. The machine is mounted on a wooden tabletop, with the main components of the sewing mechanism located on its upper part. The body is made of black metal. The front section contains the needle mechanism, needle holder, and fabric-feeding components. A handwheel is located on the right side and is used for winding thread and operating the main mechanism of the machine. The lower part features a metal treadle operated by pressing it with the foot. The main mechanism is connected to the handwheel by a drive belt. The tabletop is rectangular and brown, while the legs and supporting elements are made of metal.
The item was used for sewing work in domestic conditions. The exhibit represents the domestic culture of the 20th century, mechanical tools used in household activities, and the history of the development of sewing.