Bedpan

Made:
1800-1850 in London
SMG00278649

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Pewter bedpans, circular with marks of Thomas Alderson, maker, made in London, England, 1800-1850

Details

Category:
Public Health & Hygiene
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A43150
Materials:
pewter
Measurements:
height 72 mm
diameter 295 mm
handle: length 140 mm
type:
bedpan

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