Item LL 66050 Kettle - Iron, circa 1880 (Damaged)

Summary

This kettle was excavated at Casselden Place in 2003.

Uncovering past food practices.
Of all the archaeological material uncovered in the Little Lon excavations, the remnants of eating and drinking are the most numerous. Broken plates, bowls, cups and cutlery were thrown into rubbish piles with smashed jars that once held jam and pickles, and jugs that held water or cordial. Shells from oysters, abalone and coconuts were tossed in with bones from mutton, beef, rabbit and pork. Pips and seeds from fruit and vegetables were also added to the piles. These objects offer clues to the food consumed by residents of Little Lon, and are important in the rediscovery of a people, place and time long vanished.

Physical Description

This is a large domestic iron alloy kettle, which has been damaged by rust. The handle is missing, but the spout is still present.

Physical Description

LARGE IRON ALLOY KETTLE. HANDLE IS MISSING BUT SPOUT IS PRESENT