Textiles Exhibit
Title:
Charcoal iron
Catalog Number:
1992.284
Description:
Charcoal box iron with cast brass rooster latch and red wood handle.
Date:
ca 1900
Size:
H-80 W-40 L-80 inches
KID TALK:
All irons used to press the wrinkles out of clothing used heat. This iron used either charcoal or hot coals from a fire. What would be the advantages or disadvantages of using this iron compared to other irons?
Subjects:
Irons (Pressing)
Charcoal
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