Clothes iron (3) - Cast iron - Set
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Three antique irons dating to 1940–1950, made of cast iron, brass and steel with wooden handles, produced in Portugal, in fair condition and not in working order.
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Set consisting of three antique ironing irons, representing different types and materials, ideal for collection or decoration with a vintage/industrial aesthetic.
The pieces stand out for their robust construction and the use of materials such as wood, brass and cast iron, reflecting the functional design of the era.
Composition of the lot:
1 coal-fired ironing iron in cast iron, Portuguese brand OLIVA No. 3, with wooden handle and upper decorative element, 21 x 10 x 21 cm
1 brass ironing iron with wooden handle, 14 x 9 x 11 cm
1 perforated metal ironing iron with wooden handle, 14 x 6 x 14 cm
Condition:
Overall condition consistent with age, with signs of use, oxidation and natural patina
The small iron (perforated metal) is missing the rear lid
The large OLIVA No. 3 iron has an interior part damaged (ash support with one leg broken), without impact on the exterior aesthetics
Structurally stable pieces for decorative purposes
Period:
Late 19th century to mid-20th century
Total weight of the lot: approximately 4.4 kg (without packaging)
Shipping carefully packaged, with reinforced protection due to the weight and nature of the pieces.
Set consisting of three antique ironing irons, representing different types and materials, ideal for collection or decoration with a vintage/industrial aesthetic.
The pieces stand out for their robust construction and the use of materials such as wood, brass and cast iron, reflecting the functional design of the era.
Composition of the lot:
1 coal-fired ironing iron in cast iron, Portuguese brand OLIVA No. 3, with wooden handle and upper decorative element, 21 x 10 x 21 cm
1 brass ironing iron with wooden handle, 14 x 9 x 11 cm
1 perforated metal ironing iron with wooden handle, 14 x 6 x 14 cm
Condition:
Overall condition consistent with age, with signs of use, oxidation and natural patina
The small iron (perforated metal) is missing the rear lid
The large OLIVA No. 3 iron has an interior part damaged (ash support with one leg broken), without impact on the exterior aesthetics
Structurally stable pieces for decorative purposes
Period:
Late 19th century to mid-20th century
Total weight of the lot: approximately 4.4 kg (without packaging)
Shipping carefully packaged, with reinforced protection due to the weight and nature of the pieces.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Iron type
Cast iron
Title additional information
Set
Number of objects
3
Country of Origin
Portugal
Material
Brass, Iron, Steel
Colour
Brown, Silver, Yellow
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
21 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
21 cm
In Working Order
No
Estimated period
1940-1950
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