Box mangle
Thomas Bradford and Co.
Category
Historic Services / Laundry
Date
Unknown
Materials
wood, cast iron
Measurements
1790 mm (H); 1500 mm (W); 1400 mm (D)
Place of origin
England
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Chirk Castle, Wrexham
NT 1171046
Summary
Box mangle. A large box mangle in a substantial wooden frame, with an iron flywheel (spiral spokes) and drive chain, the box enclosing several concrete blocks (removed). Impressed 'Thomas Bradford and Co. Manchester and London'. Metal plate with company name and number '88600'
Provenance
Amongst chattels previously on loan to the National Trust from the Myddelton family. These chattels were purchased on behalf of the National Trust in the Christie's auction at Chirk on 21st June 2004.
Marks and inscriptions
88600 (metal plate with company name and number)
Makers and roles
Thomas Bradford and Co., manufacturer