Footwarmer, circa 1900
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Artifact Overview
This X-Radium footwarmer made by the Novelty Manufacturing Company in Jackson, Michigan, depended on radiant heat from a special patented brick placed inside. Users had to remember to heat the brick before their trip.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Foot warmer
Date Made
circa 1900
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
55.20.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mr. Rae Troutman.
Material
Metal
Plush
Color
Gray (Color)
Maroon
Dimensions
Width: 8.75 in
Length: 10 in
Depth: 4.125 in
Inscriptions
Marked on top of insert: NOVELTY MFG. CO. / X-RADIUM / PAT. APL'D FOR / JACKSON, MICH U.S.A
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