Cake Pans, 1875-1900
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Tin-plated iron, commonly called "tin," was the dominant material for utilitarian items in 19th-century America. It was lightweight, inexpensive, easy to clean, non-toxic, and durable. Tinware also resisted corrosion and had a pleasing silvery appearance that could be enhanced through decoration. Middle-class Americans happily purchased tinware in place of goods made from earlier materials, like wood or pottery.
Tin-plated iron, commonly called "tin," was the dominant material for utilitarian items in 19th-century America. It was lightweight, inexpensive, easy to clean, non-toxic, and durable. Tinware also resisted corrosion and had a pleasing silvery appearance that could be enhanced through decoration. Middle-class Americans happily purchased tinware in place of goods made from earlier materials, like wood or pottery.
Artifact
Cake pan
Date Made
1875-1900
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2015.112.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Tin (Metal)
Color
Gray (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 1 in
Width: 10 in
Length: 10 in
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