Glass Place Mat : Suggestions for the homes of tomorrow: Electric alarm tea ma
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Suggestions for the homes of tomorrow: Electric alarm tea ma
Photograph of a woman demonstrating the electric teas-made at the Olympia Ideal Home exhibition 1947
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1947 Alarm Demonstrating Electric Homes Ideal Olympia Suggestions Teas Tomorrow 15th Made
Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of innovation and modernity that defined the Olympia Ideal Home Exhibition of 15th March 1947. In the foreground, a woman dressed in a chic 1940s outfit demonstrates the latest addition to the homes of tomorrow: the electric alarm tea maker. The sleek appliance, imported from abroad, is a testament to the post-war optimism and desire for progress. The exhibition, held annually since 1908, was a showcase for the latest home appliances, furniture, and interior design trends. The 1947 edition, held against the backdrop of the economic and social upheaval of the post-war period, was particularly significant. The country was rebuilding after the devastation of World War II, and the Ideal Home Exhibition offered a glimpse into the future. The electric tea maker, with its modern design and convenience, was a symbol of the new era. The woman in the photograph is demonstrating its use, likely to a rapt audience. The tea maker, with its electric heating element and automatic timer, offered a level of convenience and consistency that was unheard of in the pre-electric age. The tea, brewed to perfection, would be signaled by an electric alarm, adding a touch of modernity to the most mundane of daily rituals. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a window into the world of 1940s home technology and design. It is a reminder of the enduring allure of innovation and the promise of a better, more convenient future. The electric tea maker may have been just one of many suggestions for the homes of tomorrow, but it was a significant one, embodying the spirit of progress and modernity that defined the post-war era.
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