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Foot Warmer

Object Details

Description
Rectangular, wood-frame foot warmer or stove, with slatted top, sides, and a hook-and-eye fastened, hinged door; all frame pieces straight and rectangular in section. Holds a perforated tin box with a wire-rimmed, hinged door with wire loop pull. Top has three perforated bands; sides feature a divided circle. Lapped and "T" joints; nailed construction. No marks.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Physical Description
wood (frame material)
iron (box material)
tin (box material)
iron wire (handles material)
Measurements
overall: 7 in x 9 1/4 in x 9 1/8 in; 17.78 cm x 23.495 cm x 23.1775 cm
Object Name
warmer, foot
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