Steamer

Name/Title

Steamer

Entry/Object ID

1959.63.34

Description

Iron and steamer. It consists of a large, hollow triangular base with a round chimney or spout at the front. The chimney starts vertically, but bends to be horizontal at the top. There is a turned wooden handle across the top, with a U-shaped metal sheet beneath it.

Use

Hot coals are inserted through the rear opening, which heat water in the front chimney, causing steam. Used to remove wrinkles from fabric and clothing.

Context

Likely used in East Calais, Vermont

Acquisition

Accession

1959.63

Source or Donor

Wilkinson, Madeleine (1910-1990)

Acquisition Method

Gift

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Iron

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Laundry Equipment

Nomenclature Class

Maintenance T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

8-1/2 in

Width

9 in

Depth

3-1/4 in

Relationships

Related Places

Place

Village

East Calais

Town

Calais

County

Washington County

State/Province

Vermont

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America