Prilect' electric travelling iron (complete) in tin, with detachable handle, electric lead, plug and light switch socket, 1948-1960.

"Prilect" electric travelling iron by T. Price and Son Ltd. of Aston, Birmingham, c.1950

Prilect' electric travelling iron (complete) in tin, with detachable handle, electric lead, plug and light switch socket, 1948-1960.

This simple travel iron was made possible by many technological advances - including the development of stainless steel, synthetic materials and electricity supplies; and a growing demand for portable appliances prompted by mass transport and the 'golden age of travel'.

Details

Category:
Domestic Appliances
Object Number:
1979-62
type:
irons
credit:
Mummery, R.