Significance

A reminder of what existed before pop-up toasters and of how a lot of appliances that were used in Australia were once manufactured in Australia

Physical description

Hotpoint Toaster 'Standard'. Toasting element in the middle of toaster and each side flips down by turning the black Bakelite knobs at the bottom of each flap. Each side opens by two black Bakelite knobs. 1920s.

Inscriptions & markings

On side: 'Hotpoint'
On plate on base: 'Hotpoint / Cat No 5032G. Apprved.
Volts 230 Watts 700 PS12
AGE / Made in Australia.'