Objektnummer
53/273
Beskrivelse
This muller is of the type known as a 'boot', and is of unknown origin. It was used for warming drinks on a hearth - this sort of muller was suitable for use on a down-hearth, where the foot-like part was thrust into the fire.
Fysisk beskrivelse
1 muller: brass; cylindrical bowl with handle
Arkivhistorik
MERL 'Catalogue index' card – ‘… // DATE ACQUIRED: // GROUP: // NEGATIVE: // PERIOD: // PLACE OF ORIGIN: // NUMBER: // DESCRIPTION: …‘ The base of the muller is made from one piece of metal, and its shape is similar to that of the sole of a pointed shoe. Its sides however are straight and it is quite flat. The handle is fastened on with 3 small copper bolts which clamp a rounded triangular plate over the splayed out end of the handle. // Marks of hammering are quite distinct, especially on the handle and cylindrical part of the vessel... //
Produktionsdato
1775-01-01 - 1799-12-31 1800-01-01 - 1824-12-31
Produktionsperiode
Late-eighteenth century, Early-nineteenth century
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