Presto Model PP16A Electric Curler Set, 1970-1975
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Artifact Overview
Electric appliance manufacturer National Presto Industries, Inc., became known for innovative products that anticipated and responded to evolving consumer needs. In the 1960s and 1970s, Presto introduced a line of personal grooming appliances. The company contracted Mel Boldt and Associates to design its distinctive electric toothbrushes, hairbrushes, and curler sets.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Curler
Date Made
circa 1969
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Mel Boldt and Associates and made in Japan for National Presto Industries, Inc. of Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
90.438.29
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mel Boldt and Associates.
Material
Plastic
Metal
Paper (Fiber product)
Foam rubber
Styrofoam (TM)
Color
Turquoise (Color)
Light blue
White (Color)
Black (Color)
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 4.5 in
Length: 9.25 in
Width: 8.25 in
Inscriptions
inside case:
PRESTO / Electric Curler
top of case:
PRESTO / Electric Curler
bottom of case:
PRESTO / ELECTRIC HAIR CURLER / MODEL PP16A / 110 - 125 VOLTS A.C. 650 WATTS / NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES INC / EAU CLAIRE WISCONSIN / JAPAN / UL
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