Historical information

Examle of early 20th century mass produced chamber pot - enamel covered metal. historically usd as a portable indoor toilet. household staple from the late 19th through the mid 20th century. Primarily used at night to avoid trips to the outdoor toilet and were commonly kept under the bed or inside a specialised bedside cabinet called a commode

Significance

a common article in use through the late 19th century into the early 20th century. less used after indoor plumbing became more available

Physical description

White enamel chamber pot with blue outer ring

Inscriptions & markings

Nil