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Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
An early metal toaster in a diamond shape with a visible heating elements and metal frames to hold the toast on either side. Roughly rectangular cast metal base with small decorative floral designs near the feet; two cylindrical buttons on one side. Small pendant knobs on opposite sides of toaster.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Manufacturer
Landers Frary & Clark, American, 1865 - 1965
Patentee
George E Curtiss, American, 1910 - 1990
Date
ca. 1929
Credit Line
Museum purchase from Decorative Arts Association Acquisition Fund
Medium
Cast metal, ivorine
Dimensions
22 x 22 x 14.5 cm (8 11/16 x 8 11/16 x 5 11/16 in.)
Type
appliances & tools
Decorative Arts
Object Name
Toaster
Type
Toaster
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