It does not look like a needle is in the machine, at least in this picture. The needlebar is in her hand. If you look at the upper left of the zoom picture, the foot has an inner U shape and there is no needle. It is possible it is out of the picture, but I don't believe so.
The one which sold at the auction, in 2011, was in much better shape, so I am surprised this one came close. But... ya never know in the heat of auctions!