Bidspirit auction | Patent Model for Paper Bags

Patent Model for Paper Bags - Working patent model for creating paper bags, ca. late 19th century. Similar to the machine created by Margaret E. Knight, the ingenious female engineer behind the earliest mass-market paper bags. She received her patent in 1871 and the Smithsonian Institute possesses a working patent model, such as the item offered here. Height: 10 3/4 in x width: 13 in x depth: 12 1/4 in. Condition: Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.