Chamberstick

1800-1875

Measurements

4-5/8 in x 6-3/4 in x 6-1/4 in (dia)

Materials

Tinned sheet iron

Credit Line

Historic Odessa Foundation, bequest of H. Rodney Sharp

Accession Number

1968.902

Condition Notes

The chamberstick is deeply oxidized with sections that have flaked off.  A large portion of the bottom of the pan base has rusted away and is now covered with a colored piece of paper pasted in place.

Provenance

Ex coll. H. Rodney Sharp

Comments

The simple chamberstick has a cylindrical shaft with a drip pan at the top and an ejector thumbpiece near the bottom.  It stands in a circular pan base with a rolled edge.  A simple strap handle attaches to the base.