 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Creator(s): Grimwades Date: 1700 - Description: White glazed earthenware foot warmer bottle also called a bed warmer. 'The Mecca'. Central stopper with 2 leather washers. Glazing is crazed. Can stand on its base. Originally owned by Harley and Hammond families on East Kangaroo Island. Later given to Toby Boyes who gave it to his son Herbert who gave it to his wife Joan. Format: realia Object: hot water bottles Titles: Mecca Foot Warmer and Bed Bottle Subjects: household objects People/Orgs: Boyes, Toby; Boyes, Joan Places: East Kangaroo Island, Furneaux Group, Tasmania Institution: Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc. Object number: FHR_00017 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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