Name/Title
Ironstone Toothbrush HolderEntry/Object ID
2011.400Description
A white, ceramic toothbrush holder. The top of the holder is square, and corners bump out a bit down the sides, giving the body a more rounded appearance. There is a bevel around the top, and small feet at the bottom.Collection
History CollectionCataloged By
registrar@numulosgatos.orgMade/Created
Manufacturer
Arthur J. Wilkinson, LtdDate made
circa 1885 - circa 1896Time Period
19th CenturyNotes
Dates are an estimate, based on the appearance of the maker's mark, and the lack of "Ltd" in the mark.Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Makers MarkLocation
Bottom of holderTranscription
ROYAL PATENT IRONSTONE / ARTHUR J WILKINSON / BURSLEM, ENGLAND.Language
EnglishMaterial/Technique
InkLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Holder, ToothbrushNomenclature Sub-Class
Hygiene ObjectsNomenclature Class
Toilet ArticlesNomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal ObjectsOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old Object NumberOther Number
712Number Type
Old Accession NumberOther Number
7Dimensions
Height
4-3/4 inWidth
2-5/8 inLength
2-5/8 inDimension Notes
Width and length measurements taken at the widest portion of the holder.Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dora RankinNotes
DonorProvenance
Provenance Detail
Gift of Dora RankinOwner/Agent
Dora RankinAcquisition Method
GiftAcquisition Date
Mar 20, 1967
