Lot 065: Vintage Mistral Electric Fan, c.1950s-60s

Estimate: $80 - $120 AUD. Current bid: $14 AUD.

A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. - View 2 A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. - View 3 A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. - View 4 A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. - View 5 A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. - View 6 A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. - View 7 A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a grey painted metal base and motor housing, a chrome wire cage, and cream plastic blades, with a visible red Mistral logo on the front grille. - View 8

Description

A vintage Mistral electric fan, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a metal cage, plastic blades, and a painted metal base and motor housing. Unknown working condition. Untested. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-20th Century (likely 1950s-1960s) * Material: Painted metal (base, motor housing, cage), plastic (blades, control knob, plug) * Brand: Mistral Fans Pty. Ltd. Australia * Features: Three-speed control knob (OFF, H, M, L), oscillating function Condition: Visible paint loss and chipping on the grey painted metal surfaces, consistent with age and use. Dust and grime present on all surfaces. The power cord and plug appear original and show signs of wear. Interesting fact: * Mistral was a prominent Australian manufacturer of fans and other household appliances, known for their durable and often stylish designs, particularly popular in the mid-20th century. Use: Ideal for collectors of vintage Australian electronics or as a decorative piece in a retro-themed interior.

Condition Report

Visible paint loss and chipping on the grey painted metal surfaces. Dust and grime present. Power cord and plug show signs of wear.

Specifications

CategoryVintage
Lot ReferenceLOT-065
Estimate (AUD)$80 - $120
Buyer's Premium20%

View this lot and bid at Gatsby's Auctions