LADDER, Gas Lighter's

H1997.158

Folding cast iron ladder, used for lighting gas lights. The ladder, which has eleven narrow rungs, folds down concertina fashion. The top has a centre metal rung with a handle for carrying. A chain and hook connects to this, to keep ladder secure. There is a top hand rung, covered with rubber. On both sides, central to the length and width of the ladder are two metal handles, used to extend it to its full height.

Department: 

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number: H1997.158
Accession Date: 7 Nov 1997
Acquisition Year: 1997

Material

Iron/Metal0 - Whole
Rubber/Natural Resin0 - Whole
Paint/Synthetic/Polymer0 - Whole

Measurement

height320mm
width430mm
depth32cm

 


 

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