it is a 1955 singer sewing machine

Dinner Plates - 12
Cup & Saucers - 12
Soup Bowls - 12
Fruit Bowls - 12
Salad Plates - 12
Finger Bowls - 12
Dessert Plate - 12
Creamer and Sugar Bown - 1 each
Large Soup Terene - 1
Large Meat Platter - 1
Small Meat Platter - 1
Vegetable Bowl - 1

The top is the worst. Im not sure how to start the project. I would like to know the estimate of how old it is. I would also like to know what kind of safest strippers to use and procedure that would best fit this table.

you can find this machine at www.pachislodb.com. everything there is to know is in their long description, including pic's. ive included some in attachments

the handle seems to be made of bullhorn and is shaped as an eagle's head

see pics