Footwarmer, 1800-1840
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Artifact Overview
Nineteenth-century Americans filled this footwarmer's punched tin box with hot coals or charcoal to help keep their feet warm. People placed the footwarmer under their feet then wrapped a blanket around their legs, providing welcomed warmth when out for a carriage ride or attending church on a cold day. Other footwarmers used hot water or heated soapstone to solve the problem of cold feet.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Foot warmer
Date Made
1800-1840
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Likely made in New England
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
38.309.2060
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Susan Stebbins Stark.
Material
Pine (Wood)
Tin (Metal)
Wire
Dimensions
Height: 5.75 in
Width: 7.5 in
Length: 8.75 in
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