Folding cot
Universal Cot Co.
Category
Metalwork
Date
1900
Materials
Canvas, Metal, String
Measurements
302 mm (Width); 655 mm (Length)
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Lanhydrock, Cornwall
NT 884380
Summary
Small metal folding cot on casters with string net sides and canvas base, an apprentice piece for display in showrooms of the Universal Cot Co. c.1900
Provenance
A gift of Mrs.Jean M. Walklett, Brumel in June 2005. The cot was originally given to Mrs. Walkfell's grandmother on her 4th birthday, 11th April 1900, by her father or grandfather, and has been given to the females in the family on their fourth birthday ever since.
Marks and inscriptions
(stamped on base in black within oval) THE UNIVERSAL COT INFANTS AND CHILDREN (in centre) [?/?]
Makers and roles
Universal Cot Co., maker