KitchenAid ProLine Stand Mixer
Industrial Design / Kitchen Appliance • Egmont Arens / KitchenAid (Whirlpool Corporation design evolution)
Style & Movement
Industrial Streamline Moderne / American Functionalism
Medium & Technique
Cast zinc / Die-cast metal with a textured charcoal powder-coat finish, stainless steel mixing bowl, and wire whisk attachment
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (approx. 1990s-2010s)
Dimensions & Format
Approx. 16.5 x 11.5 x 14.5 inches; vertical/three-dimensional format
Subject Description
A utilitarian professional-grade kitchen appliance featuring a bowl-lift mechanism, solid-state speed control lever, and a heavy-duty motor housing designed for durability and mechanical efficiency.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair/Good; Item shows signs of heavy usage consistent with age
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Domestic or commercial origin; likely acquired through retail distribution in the United States
Art Historical Significance
Based on the iconic 1937 Model K design by industrial designer Egmont Arens, which revolutionized kitchen aesthetics by applying streamline principles to household tools. This ProLine version represents the bridge between home baking and professional-grade culinary equipment.
Notable Features
Features the 'Solid State Speed Control' labeling, a textured charcoal finish characteristic of the 'ProLine' series, and a bowl-lift configuration rather than the standard tilt-head design.
Condition Issues
Visible surface abrasions, chipping on the metal trim, grease accumulation near the planetary head, and potential internal wear to the carbon brushes or planetary gears.
Conservation Recommendations
Deep mechanical cleaning, lubrication of the internal gear housing with food-grade grease, and polishing of the stainless steel components. Store in a dry environment to prevent oxidation of internal motor components.