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

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
Presto Model PP16A Electric Curler Set, 1970-1975