Warmer
Category
Metalwork
Date
Unknown
Materials
Copper, brass, gauze and charcoal
Measurements
195 x 140 x 40 mm
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Dunham Massey, Cheshire
NT 937670
Summary
The Patent Instra Warmer, a rectangular copper, charcoal-burning vessel with carrying handle for warming hands. Comprising a decorative metal cylinder embossed in Art Nouveau design with perforations and with the motto "Warmth is Life". Refills were surrounded by a layer of gauze to prevent sparks and could burn for three or four hours. D.B. Air & Co., 47 Cannon Street, London, E.C.
Provenance
Stamford collection; devised to the National Trust by Roger Grey, 10th Earl of Stamford (1896-1976).
Marks and inscriptions
WARMTH IS LIFE (embossed)