Bed pan
Boots the Chemists
Category
Medical & health
Date
circa 1900 - circa 1995
Materials
Ceramic
Measurements
290 mm (Width) x 115 mm (Depth); 430 mm (Length)
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The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1515090
Summary
Ceramic slipper bed and douche pan.
Provenance
Acquired by the National Trust when The Workhouse and associated buildings were purchased in 1997. Found in Firbeck Infirmary during restoration.
Marks and inscriptions
Upper surface, near handle: Boots the Chemist Lower surface, near handle: Made in England Inside, opposite end to handle: The London Slipper bed and douche pan. Reg. No. 768384 Most hygienic and comfortable in use For home and hospital Shelley, Vitrified semi-porcelain
Makers and roles
Boots the Chemists , manufacturer