Minneapolis Institute of Art
Electr-O-Matic food slicer, model 2020
Manufacturer: Rival Manufacturing Company
- Date
- c. 1945–50
- Medium
- Stainless steel, rubber, plastic, electrical components
- Department
- Arts of the Americas
- Institution
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
Streamlining was identifiably American. Beginning in the mid-1930s, the idea of speed captivated the nation-appearing fast implied efficiency. All sorts of stationary objects were given casings with rounded corners and fender skirts for their feet. The Rival Company was one of many firms fueling the streamline cause. United States, Americas
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