Vintage Galvanised Steel Dolly Tub, 1940

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Vintage English Galvanised Dolly Tub, circa 1940 Material: Galvanised Steel A substantial vintage English galvanised dolly tub dating to circa … Read more Vintage English Galvanised Dolly Tub, circa 1940 Material: Galvanised Steel A substantial vintage English galvanised dolly tub dating to circa 1940, retaining the distinctive ribbed construction traditionally associated with British laundry and wash-house equipment. The cylindrical body features pronounced vertical ribbing together with rolled upper and lower edges, creating a robust utilitarian form with considerable decorative character. The galvanised steel surface has developed an attractive aged appearance consistent with its original practical purpose. Dolly tubs of this form developed from the traditional washing vessels commonly found in British homes and wash houses, where they were used for soaking and washing laundry before the widespread adoption of domestic washing machines. This example has a welded base that can act as a reservoir when the tub is repurposed for planting, while small openings between the pleated sections allow excess water to escape. Its generous proportions make it particularly effective as a large garden or patio planter for architectural plants, flowers or shrubs. It could alternatively be creatively converted into an occasional outdoor table or retained as a decorative example of vintage British utilitarian design. Two examples are available, each sold separately. As genuine vintage pieces, individual examples may display slight variations in patina and surface wear. Presented in good vintage condition with appropriate weathering, marks and surface oxidation consistent with age and previous use. Dimensions: Height: 54 cm Width: 48 cm Depth: 48 cm Weight: Approximately 10 kg Date of Manufacture: circa 1940 Period: Mid-20th Century Style: Industrial / English Vernacular Country of Origin: England See less