
Dimensions : 34 x 30 x 22 cm environ. Rare and elegant hosiery mending / stocking repair machine, made by WIPE, circa 1950.
A beautiful piece once used in lingerie shops to repair nylon stockings and tights, with a nice industrial-Art Deco design. The sitting figurine on top is made of zamac, showing small age-related cracks typical of this vintage alloy.The chrome parts are in beautiful condition, bright and clean. Note: the tip of the stylus is missing. A very decorative and uncommon item, perfect for vintage interior, industrial decor, or collectors of professional equipment.
Eel free to ask more details or pictures, you are welcome. Keywords: hosiery repair, stocking mender, WIPE machine, vintage lingerie, French industrial, 1950s tool, chrome lamp, deco industrial, boutique equipment, Art Deco style.