This Century Electric model 311 is a vintage 10-inch (measures 9) desk or wall-mount fan, produced in the 1920s or early 1930s. Valued by collectors for its simple, rugged, industrial design and history as a product of a prominent early American manufacturing. This item has been tested and is in good working condition. It has normal wear for an item of this age. There is one “ear” broken off the angle adjustment wingnut. The original power cord appears to have been replaced with a vintage Sunbeam toaster cord. Otherwise, it is in excellent condition. Louis, Missouri, was founded in 1910. It gained a reputation for building durable and efficient electric motors, which were also used in its line of fans. Production era: The Model 311 was produced between the 1920s and early 1930’s. It represents a time when electric fans were still relatively rare and built to last. Industrial aesthetic: The fan’s robust construction reflects Century’s roots as a builder of industrial electric motors, with its cast-iron base and solid metal components. Size: The fan features four blades with an approximately 9-inch diameter cage. Construction: The sturdy base is made of cast iron. It has a simple “skeletal” or “cage” design. Functionality: This is a single-speed, stationary fan. The cage center features a brass “Century” logo badge.