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Victorian Steel Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion
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Victorian Steel Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion

19th century
Description

An unusual steel sewing clamp dating from the mid to late 19th Century. It has an adjustable clamp to attach to a table and a sprung clip for holding thread or accessories. There is also a pin cushion on the top. A complete set up for the mobile sewer!

It is in good condition for its age. There are a few small knocks and marks and some tarnishing to the metal but nothing detrimental and it displays well.

Approximate Measurements:

Height : 6" / 15cm

Width : 3" / 7.5cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £7

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Steel Sewing Clamp to the Victorian era.

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SA1215469
Description
An unusual steel sewing clamp dating from the mid to late 19th Century. It has an adjustable clamp to attach to a table and a sprung clip for holding thread or accessories. There is also a pin cushion on the top. A complete set up for the mobile sewer!

It is in good condition for its age.

There are a few small knocks and marks and some tarnishing to the metal but nothing detrimental and it displays well.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top.
fig 1. Victorian Steel Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion

Approximate Measurements:

Height : 6" / 15cm

Width : 3" / 7.5cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £7

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Steel Sewing Clamp to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215469
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Archive I A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top.

Victorian Steel Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion

Archive II A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top. View II
Archive III A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top. View III
Archive IV A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top. View IV
Archive V A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top. View V
Archive VI A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top. View VI
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7 North Street
Ashburton
Devon
TQ13 7QJ
United Kingdom

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A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top.
Victorian Steel Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion
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A Victorian dark steel table-mounted sewing clamp featuring a threaded screw, spring mechanism, curved hook, and a spherical fabric pincushion at the top.
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Sewing clamps, also known as hemming clamps, were table-mounted devices designed to hold fabric taut, allowing needleworkers to stitch seams or hem material efficiently during the nineteenth century.

These tools were commonly forged from wrought iron, steel, or brass, and often featured integrated fabric pincushions filled with emery or wool, along with screw-thread table fixings.

Authentic pieces generally display hand-cut screw threads, patinated cast or forged metals, original velvet or wool cushion covers showing historical wear, and functional spring mechanisms.

These compact functional objects make distinctive decorative accents when clamped to open wooden shelving, displayed on a desk in a study, or integrated into a haberdashery-themed shadow box display.

Dust the metalwork gently with a soft brush, apply a light coat of microcrystalline wax to protect against oxidisation, and avoid exposing the delicate original fabric cushion to moisture or direct sunlight.
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