Classification
Description
A large vacuum jug, Model No.140, produced by Thermos circa 1930s-40s. The body of the jug is made from green coloured compression moulded urea formaldehyde and the large cork stopper is topped by the same material. The curved handle of the jug is moulded in one piece as part of the main body. This example has an intact glass liner.
Inscriptions
moulded: "THERMOS registered trade mark. MADE IN ENGLAND. DESIGNED BY (undeciphered) THERMOS (1925) LIMITED LONDON. MODEL No. 140 Q. REFIL No. 140QF" (base)
Object number
AIBDC : 006628SA
Date
1930 - 1949 (circa)
Country
Method
Material
plastic | |
UF | body of jug and top of cork stopper |
urea formaldehyde | |
glass | liner |
Dimensions
Height
290mm
Diameter
125mm