Washtub Used by Susana Allen Hunter and Family
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Washtubs like this one became common during the early 20th century because the galvanized metal made them durable, versatile, and relatively inexpensive. Rural and farm families used them to wash clothes or gather produce from the garden. The bail handles, one on each side, made it easier for two people to carry a loaded tub.
Washtubs like this one became common during the early 20th century because the galvanized metal made them durable, versatile, and relatively inexpensive. Rural and farm families used them to wash clothes or gather produce from the garden. The bail handles, one on each side, made it easier for two people to carry a loaded tub.
Artifact
Washtub (Housekeeping container)
Date Made
1930-1970
Creators
Unknown
Keywords
United States, Alabama, Wilcox county
United States, Alabama, Dallas county
Washtubs (Housekeeping containers)
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2006.80.29
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Given in Memory of Susana Allen Hunter by Paul Hunter and Tommie and Susie Hunter.
Material
Tin (Metal)
Dimensions
Height: 12 in
Diameter: 24 in
Inscriptions
Written on paper label on side in chalk: BOD ~ ?/ 275 Pressed into bottom: 3
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