POWERHOUSE COLLECTION

'Sagasco' gas clothes iron

Object No. H5797

Gas powered irons were in use in Australia in the 1930s. They were internally heated by small gas jets and the supply of gas was brought to the iron by a flexible tube connected to the nearest gas point. Apparently, the tube as quite light and did not interfere with the ironing operation. The gas was regulated by a tap and the heat controlled to suit the article being ironed. Gas irons were cleaner and easier to use than those heated on the stove. After World War II and the increased availability of electricity, electric irons became more popular. Margaret Simpson, Curator August 2018

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Summary

Object Statement

Box iron, gas powered, cast iron / wood, South Australian Gas Company (SAGASCO), Adelaide, South Australia, 1876-1935

Physical Description

'Sagasco' gas iron, gas powered, cast iron, marked 'Made in Australia', made by South Australian Gas Company (SAGASCO), Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, late 1800s early 1900s

SOURCE

Credit Line

Gift of Mr L J Williams, 1958

Acquisition Date

9 July 1958

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