Name/Title
Sensible No. 5 sad-iron with detachable handle, earh 1900sEntry/Object ID
1989.14.4Description
Acc. No. 89.14.4
Subject Category: Household (utilitarian)
Date or Period: C. early 1900's
Object: Sad-iron
Description: Oblong cast iron sad-iron with embossed lettering stating "Sensible, No. 5." Detachable handle (combination wood & iron).
Size: H-4 1/2 inches. Base L-8 inches
History of Object:
Sad-iron found at 914 San Antonio Avenue. The home was erected in 1897 for Wm. H. Armitage (architect) as his private residence. The sad-iron was used for ironing sleeves.
Acquired from:
Jan Rogerson
Date: 7-30-1989
