Hotpoint Electric Iron

Dateca. 1925

Mediumiron

Dimensions5 × 3 × 7 3/4 in. (12.7 × 7.6 × 19.7 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of The Charles Saiz Collection of Antique Pressing Irons

Object numberPC1997.41.3

DescriptionThis object is a small, triangular-based cast-iron electrical iron with rubber handle, electrical socket, and stand. The handle is affixed to the top of the object, with "Hotpoint" stamped directly below the handle. A protected electrical socket is located immediately behind the handle. A folded metal tab with "Hotpoint" and other identifying information is located behind the iron, and could be used to stand the iron up when not immediately in use.

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