Classification
Description
A nail brush with concave corners made from layers of blue and grey marbled, translucent grey, and cream cellulose nitrate, with black bristles. The layers are bonded together and secured with four metal pins. Thought to have been made by Addis circa early to mid 20th century. This item forms part of the Plastics Historical Society (PHS) collection.
Object number
PHSL : 492
Date
1910 - 1959 (circa)
Country
Method
Material
plastic | |
CN | |
cellulose nitrate | |
celluloid - generic term | |
unidentified | bristles |
metal | pins |
Dimensions
Width
25mm
Depth
22mm
Length
83mm