Pouring Tool
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Large American tin manufactories emerged in the mid-1800s, and by the 1870s, they had evolved into fully-fledged tinware factories using steam-driven presses. Within a few decades, these and other large-scale operations had replaced most small tin shops. The manufacturer of this candy pouring tool specialized in confectionery equipment, producing everything from small tools to large candy making machines.
Large American tin manufactories emerged in the mid-1800s, and by the 1870s, they had evolved into fully-fledged tinware factories using steam-driven presses. Within a few decades, these and other large-scale operations had replaced most small tin shops. The manufacturer of this candy pouring tool specialized in confectionery equipment, producing everything from small tools to large candy making machines.
Artifact
Tool
Date Made
circa 1880
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
66.72.7
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Tin (Metal)
Color
Gray (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 4.375 in
Width: 9 in
Length: 12 in
Inscriptions
stamped on handle and body: THOS. MILLS & BRO. / 1301 / N. 8TH ST. / PHILADA.
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