1960.16

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Details

ID Number

1960.16

Category

Furnishings

Sub-category

household accessory

Item Name

spittoon

Materials

CLAY, STONEWARE

Measurements

7.3"x3" (height)

Description

Cylindrical; rim curves inward; half-circle hole in side Incised design of vertical lines around base; splashed slip

History

In the 19th and 20th century, when chewing tobacco was popular, there was a need for a container in which to spit the extra tobacco juices. This object was created for spitting-into. Spittoons were used in public places and in private homes.

Collection Name

Museum Windsor

Subject (Fre)

Y

Subjects

Social life subject