Slipper pan
S. Maw, Son and Sons Ltd
Category
Ceramics
Date
1918 - 1940
Materials
Porcelain
Measurements
145 x 215 x 300 mm
Place of origin
London
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The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 493201
Summary
A white wedge shaped porcelain bedpan with a handle (designed to be slipped under a patient or unable person) to allow them to relieve themselves whilst lying down in bed.
Provenance
Originally used at the property, then used at Woods Court in Newark. Donated to the Workhouse in 2002.
Marks and inscriptions
Inside bowl. : S.MAW.SON AND & SONS / LONDON. TRADE MARK LIMITED (printed on the reverse of the slipper pan) / B MEDIUM (stamped on the reverse of the slipper pan)
Makers and roles
S. Maw, Son and Sons Ltd, manufacturer