Flat Iron Holder

c. 1939

Bernard Krieger

Associated Names
Bernard Krieger

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a representation of an iron cooking trivet or grate with a decorative pattern. The design includes an openwork pattern within an oval framework, with a stylized kettle or similar vessel at the center. The entire piece is made of iron and features raised text that reads "DO THE KOHL'S WANT U COMFORT IRON STRAUSS GAS IRON CO PHILA PA USA." A side profile drawing with measurements is also visible, detailing the trivet's proportions.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.4 x 22.7 cm (11 3/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 7 3/8" long; 4 1/8" wide; 1 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15835

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite:, Bernard Krieger

Wikidata ID

Q64537325

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