Peter Behrens - Tea kettle - Brass - AEG
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Brass electric water kettle designed by Peter Behrens for AEG, model 42212, circa 1909, German origin, dimensions 22 × 20 × 15 cm, weight 300 g, not in working order and in reasonable heavily used condition with possible small parts missing.
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Peter Behrens for AEG - Electric kettle / boiler (Model 42212) - Brass - 1909
Original electric kettle designed by the German architect and designer Peter Behrens in 1909 for the company AEG (Allgemeine Elektricitäts-Gesellschaft).
This specific model (stamped/model number 42212 on the underside) is one of the most sought-after variants within the modular system that Behrens introduced at the time. The kettle is characterized by the distinctive drop/bulb shape and the beautiful ribbed "hammered" brass surface, which creates fantastic light refraction and a warm, well-worn patina.
The design features the iconic, originally braided rattan handle (intended to insulate against heat) and the original wooden lid knob.
Condition:
• General: In a beautiful, authentic and vintage condition with a wonderful historical patina.
• Handle & Knob: The rattan weave around the grip is remarkably good for its age and largely intact. The wooden knob on the lid is original and sturdy.
• Note: There are some signs of use and dents on the bottom/border of the kettle (see detail photos).
• Technical: The internal heating element is not present. There is no power cord included. The kettle is explicitly sold as a design and collector’s object (decorative).
Literature: Featured in: Deutsches Museum für Kunst in Handel und Gewerbe, p.169.
Peter Behrens for AEG - Electric kettle / boiler (Model 42212) - Brass - 1909
Original electric kettle designed by the German architect and designer Peter Behrens in 1909 for the company AEG (Allgemeine Elektricitäts-Gesellschaft).
This specific model (stamped/model number 42212 on the underside) is one of the most sought-after variants within the modular system that Behrens introduced at the time. The kettle is characterized by the distinctive drop/bulb shape and the beautiful ribbed "hammered" brass surface, which creates fantastic light refraction and a warm, well-worn patina.
The design features the iconic, originally braided rattan handle (intended to insulate against heat) and the original wooden lid knob.
Condition:
• General: In a beautiful, authentic and vintage condition with a wonderful historical patina.
• Handle & Knob: The rattan weave around the grip is remarkably good for its age and largely intact. The wooden knob on the lid is original and sturdy.
• Note: There are some signs of use and dents on the bottom/border of the kettle (see detail photos).
• Technical: The internal heating element is not present. There is no power cord included. The kettle is explicitly sold as a design and collector’s object (decorative).
Literature: Featured in: Deutsches Museum für Kunst in Handel und Gewerbe, p.169.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
300 g
Title additional information
AEG
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Germany
Designer/artist/maker
Peter Behrens
Material
Brass
Style
Industrial
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
22 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
15 cm
In Working Order
No
Estimated period
1900-1910
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