Vacuum cleaner [Goblin]

Object detail

Accession number

2007.28

Maker

Goblin New Zealand Limited

Production period

1950s

Description

Metal and plastic vacuum cleaner, some chrome finish, plastic body has faux animal skin (alligator) finish. Black plastic handle at far end, on top is power switch. Four small black plastic wheels attached to metal frame. Two catches in both ends of machine to open dust bag and engine at far end. Metal name plate on top. Includes the hose and tube.
Goblin New Zealand Limited is connected to Fisher and Paykel. Same design as those made in England.

Marks

MADE IN NEW ZEALAND / GOBLIN / ACE / ELECTRIC / CLEANER / GOBLIN NEW ZEALAND LTD. AUCKLAND Maker's Plate

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic
Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Synthetic

Credit Line

Goblin New Zealand Limited. Vacuum cleaner [Goblin], 2007.28. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Cleaner, Vacuum Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology Maintenance T&E Housekeeping Equipment

Production place

New Zealand

Collection type

Domestic Technology Technology

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