nickel plated cast iron, painted steel and aluminum; There is often dispute as to whether these small scale cook stoves were toys or salesman samples. The consignor's great grandfather was a salesman for Engman-Mathews and in the postcard photo he is pictured with two different models of stoves. The one next to him is a more elaborate model with chrome plated feet, this example is to his far right. Starting life as a sample, this one ending up being a plaything for two generations of children so has not survived in a pristine state. It is offered along with the framed original photograph and numerous bits of labeled Engman-Mathews related material: 2 tin egg separators, two celluloid advertising backed items - a honing stone and a twisted nail puzzle, and two brass tokens depicting this particular model. On the reverse of each Good for 50 towards the purchase of 'The Range Eternal' during exhibit only - but one coin valid on each range bought. One is in the form of a watch fob. Also in the group is the salesman's order book, an Engman-Mathews cookbook, a letter with illustrated letterhead and envelope as well as the consignor's great grandfather's the E-M labeled suitcase.

30" t. x 24" w.

good (wear to nickel plating and some painted surfaces, interior of stove repainted by the consignor when she was a young girl)