Summary
Hotpoint electric iron, made by Edison Electric Applicance Co, Inc, United States of America, 1920s.
Used at Simpson's Gloves, probably to press seams together or flatten seams prior to stitching leather.
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd was formed in 1924 and produced leather gloves and coats, handbags, helmets and associated leather goods. The company first operated in Smith Street, and subsequently Alexandra Parade, Collingwood, relocating to Victoria Street, Richmond in 1928, where it remained until 1988.
'Hotpoint' electric irons were first sold in Australia around 1914 and remained a popular product for many decades. From the late 1920s they were manufactured in Australia by the Australian General Electric Co. Ltd.
Physical Description
Two pronged electric iron, wood covering over handle, adjustable thumb button, heavy steel base.
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Alistair Mitchell, 1989
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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Manufacturer
Edison Electric Appliance Co. Inc, United States of America, circa 1925
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User
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, 488-496 Victoria Street, Richmond North, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1920s
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Inscriptions
Written label: "Hotpoint June 11 - 18 / May 20 - 24 / Edison Electric Appliance Co. Inc. / Made in New York Chicago Ontario Cal. U.S.A."
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Classification
Manufacturing & industry, Clothing accessories, Ironing equipment
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overall dimensions
14.5 cm (Length), 11 cm (Width), 18 cm (Height)
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