THE CROWN Fluting Fluter Iron – Victorian - Era Laundry Device 1875
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:102380 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
THE CROWN Fluting Iron – Victorian-era laundry device 1875The Original and First in a Series of Crown Fluters!
On behalf of an estate, I will be listing numerous fluting irons from a large collection. Many of these fluter irons have been either refinished, reconditioned or restored using period materials such as Japan Black lacquer and fine-art pigments. Each fluter iron has a clear, topcoat applied to protect the finish for another century. What a neat piece ...of history! Up for auction is this antique fluting iron. Embossed on the top side of the base is the brand name, CROWN and PAT. NOV 2.1875. Embossed on the underside is the manufacturer: American Machine Co. Philadelphia, PA. The piece is adorned with gold and red bands hugging the base, while gold-tone embellishments can also be seen on the thin tension spring and side support arm.
This unique iron comes with its two heating rods and its tongs used to transport the heating rods back and forth, from the stove/fireplace to the ironing area. The fluter with both its heating rods and tongs are scarce and uncommon since the tongs were used for many other household needs, they were often separated from the fluter itself.
Damp, pre-starched fabric was then clamped between the (heated) barrels and hand-cranked to crimp pleats on collars and cuffs or ruffles on dress hemlines. There is a clamp on front to secure the fluting machine to a work surface. The rollers are separated by depressing the rear rocker arm, and can be locked into this position. Roller tension is adjusted by a brass knob over the top of the rollers.
Whether you place it on display as a remembrance of yesteryear or as a gift to a special friend, this fluter iron will surely be admired for its unique charm and condition. This is an attractive primitive household device that still works. Fluting irons are one of the most interesting types of antique pressing irons ever invented. These vintage tools were an invention that saw their heyday in America from the 1860's through the 1880's. Some rare and unusual fluting irons were made right into the 1920's for the movie & costume industry.
Measurements: 8 inches tall and 8 3/4 inches wide and 5 3/4 inches deepBrass Fluter Rollers: 6 inches wideWeight: 13 pounds including the heating rods, tongs and careful packing Please review the detailed photographs closely as they are part of the overall description; and also, good luck bidding.
On behalf of an estate, I will be listing numerous fluting irons from a large collection. Many of these fluter irons have been either refinished, reconditioned or restored using period materials such as Japan Black lacquer and fine-art pigments. Each fluter iron has a clear, topcoat applied to protect the finish for another century. What a neat piece ...of history! Up for auction is this antique fluting iron. Embossed on the top side of the base is the brand name, CROWN and PAT. NOV 2.1875. Embossed on the underside is the manufacturer: American Machine Co. Philadelphia, PA. The piece is adorned with gold and red bands hugging the base, while gold-tone embellishments can also be seen on the thin tension spring and side support arm.
This unique iron comes with its two heating rods and its tongs used to transport the heating rods back and forth, from the stove/fireplace to the ironing area. The fluter with both its heating rods and tongs are scarce and uncommon since the tongs were used for many other household needs, they were often separated from the fluter itself.
Damp, pre-starched fabric was then clamped between the (heated) barrels and hand-cranked to crimp pleats on collars and cuffs or ruffles on dress hemlines. There is a clamp on front to secure the fluting machine to a work surface. The rollers are separated by depressing the rear rocker arm, and can be locked into this position. Roller tension is adjusted by a brass knob over the top of the rollers.
Whether you place it on display as a remembrance of yesteryear or as a gift to a special friend, this fluter iron will surely be admired for its unique charm and condition. This is an attractive primitive household device that still works. Fluting irons are one of the most interesting types of antique pressing irons ever invented. These vintage tools were an invention that saw their heyday in America from the 1860's through the 1880's. Some rare and unusual fluting irons were made right into the 1920's for the movie & costume industry.
Measurements: 8 inches tall and 8 3/4 inches wide and 5 3/4 inches deepBrass Fluter Rollers: 6 inches wideWeight: 13 pounds including the heating rods, tongs and careful packing Please review the detailed photographs closely as they are part of the overall description; and also, good luck bidding.
