Thesaurus Term/Concept: SEWING MACHINES
| Identifier | 170004 |
|---|---|
| Class | CARGO |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | Machines for mechanical sewing, as opposed to sewing by hand. Victoriran and early 20th century examples are usually constructed of metal and operated by a hand wheel or treadle. Later examples may be electrically operated and/or have a plastic shell. |