Classification
Description
A Hotpoint electric kettle with compression moulded phenol formaldehyde handle and knob, from the 1920s. This kettle is made from highly polished metal with a lift off lid, a handle attached on either side by metal rivets, and a swan-neck shaped spout.
Inscriptions
"Brit. pat. No. 310581, THIS KETTLE IS THE PROPERTY OF LONDON ELECTRIC SUPPLY CO. LTD"
Object number
AIBDC : 0_2468
Date
1929 (circa)
Method
Dimensions
Width
280mm
Height
260mm
Depth
190mm