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Rare Antique Regina Pneumatic Cleaner Model A – Early Hand-Pump Vacuum CleanerWonderful early Regina Pneumatic Cleaner Model A, manufactured by The Regina Company of Rahway, New Jersey.This fascinating antique predates modern electric vacuum cleaners and features a large cylindrical metal cleaner mounted on a decorative wooden base with its original hand-operated pumping mechanism.The cleaner retains its original Regina Pneumatic Cleaner Model A lettering, manufacturer markings, and original license/patent plaque. Also included are the two long brass cleaning attachments/wands shown in the photos.Measures approximately 28" long x 12" wide.Features include the original wooden base, brass and metal fittings, two detachable brass attachments/wands, original Regina lettering, and license/patent plaque.Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear, including patina, oxidation, scratches, discoloration, and surface wear to the metal, brass, and wood. The cleaner appears substantially complete based on the components shown in the photographs. Operational functionality has not been tested and it is being sold as an antique collectible/display piece.Please review all photographs carefully for condition, completeness, and additional details, as they are considered part of the description.A scarce and impressive piece of early household technology and a fantastic display piece for collectors of antique vacuum cleaners, early appliances, industrial antiques, and turn-of-the-century Americana.
