Museum Collections
Historical Artifacts
Measuring cup/ cleaning supplies
Object Number:
2002.1.1490
Date:
1960-1990
Medium:
Plastic
Dimensions:
6 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 3 5/8 in.
Description:
This orange plastic measuring cup probably came in a box of detergent. It is engraved "Totally New/ Bold/ Powerful Laundry Discovery", and on the reverse has gauge lines marked "Wringer Machine/ Top-Loading Automatic/ For A Normal Wash Fill To Proper Level For Your Machine/ Use More Bold For An Extra Dirty Wash, A Large Load Or Very Hard Water".
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.






