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The shape of the flat iron plate and the patterns of steam holes evoke various associations: African tribal mask, slave-ship ‘bunk’ plan and scarification marks. The iron itself can be seen as a symbol of domestic labour and the scorching alludes to the branding of slaves. \r\n\r\nMore recently Cole has employed digital technology to play with these same ideas, using an Iris ink-jet printer. <i>Loyal and Dependable</i> is one of six prints of domestic irons photographed from above and then manipulated with the aid of a computer to remove cords, plugs and so on. The titles of this series, which include <i>Quick as a Wink</i> and <i>Satisfaction Guaranteed</i>, are taken from the advertising campaigns of different manufacturers, reflecting corporate ‘tribal rivalry’. 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