12 Mar 2010
Collection: Powerhouse Museum
95/1/2 Pot (1), used to produce white lead, ceramic, maker unknown, NSW, Australia, 1922-1973
Description
Pot (1), used to produce white lead, ceramic, maker unknown, NSW, Australia, 1922-1973.Small cylindrical, flat-bottomed, offwhite, stoneware pot. Chipping around rim and base and a large chip is missing from the external rim. The internal base is glazed with residue covering most of its surface and internal sides.
Production notes
Cabarita factory operated 1922-1973History notes
Used in the making of white lead carbonate for use in the manufacture of paint.White lead production factory, Cabarita (closed 1973). Dug up by donor on site.
Acquisition credit line
Gift of Mr Tom KelseyRegistration number
95/1/2Production date
1922Height
110 mmDiameter
120 mm

