Historical information

A bedpan is a receptacle used for the toileting of a bedridden patient in the home or in a hospital and are usually made of a metal, glass, or plastic . A bed pan can be used for both urinary and faecal discharge.
This porcelain 'New Slipper' bed pan was used early 20thC.

Physical description

A white china bed-pan with handle at centre back 'The New Slipper'

Inscriptions & markings

Inside back 'The New Slipper bed pan should be passed under the patient in front between the legs. If a flannel cap is made for the blade, fastened by string to the handle, considerable comfort will be affected."

on base 'F Large"