19th-Century Cast Iron Cooking Pot with Bail Handle 3m This lamp was originally used

This lamp was originally used in a now decommissioned foundry in Milwaukee

46" W x 23

MM - C-11704 - 110724

JM - 091422 - 105020

evidence of its utilitarian origins

19th-Century Cast Iron Cooking Pot with Bail Handle 3m This lamp was originally usedHeavy cast iron cooking pot with round body, flat rim, and three short feet for hearth or campfire use. The pot is fitted with a forged iron bail handle for hanging over an open flame or carrying when filled. Its utilitarian design reflects the rugged cookware used in kitchens and homesteads of the late 19th century. Cast iron vessels like this were indispensable tools for boiling, stewing, or slow cooking over open hearths or outdoor fires. Their