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Toaster

Object Details

Description
Revolving or rotary toaster having an oblong grill frame with four rods (two on each side) between splayed sides tenoned and peened to a T-shaped base; two straight legs at frame ends, while rear leg tenoned into the handle has a small scroll foot. Long, stepped handle, rectangular in section is sockets at end with turned wooden grip and wire hanging loop. No marks.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
1820 - 1860
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Arthur M. Greenwood
Physical Description
iron, wrought (overall material)
wood (handle material)
Measurements
overall: 7 1/4 in x 24 3/4 in x 24 3/4 in; 18.415 cm x 62.865 cm x 62.865 cm
Object Name
toaster
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