Ice box
Category
Wooden objects
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood, metal and baize
Measurements
690 x 1170 mm; 715 mm (Length)
Order this imageCollection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 15130
Summary
Large wooden ice box or trunk with metal lined interior beneath a baize lined hinged inner lid that has a hook handle to hold it up. Both inner and outer lids have damaged hinges. Inside two bases for shelves and two drains, one in the base and one at the front. At either end are external metal carrying handles, one missing. Remains of metal fastening device on front and wooden knob.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.