 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Date: 1900 -
Description: An oval, galvanised 'tin' bath, actually galvanised mild steel. Constructed in two halves joined by seams, with a separately applied base. A handle at each end inserted through two rings. Two decorative indentations around sides. Used for washing and bathing during mutton- birding seasons. Conditions in mutton- birding sheds were primitive until at least the1950's. One of the original artefacts in the replica mutton-bird processing shed. Format: realia Object: bathtubs Material: galvanised steel Titles: Mutton-birdingTin Bath Subjects: mutton-birds; washing & cleaning equipment People/Orgs: Willis, Frank & Heather Institution: Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc. Object number: FHR_00488 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc.. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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