19th-Century Cast Iron Cooking Pot with Bail Handle Broughton AF - 301081 - 111022

AF - 301081 - 111022

12" L x 6" W x 14" H

Early 20th century

The diameter of the seat measures 14

Although the exact age of this piece is unknown

19th-Century Cast Iron Cooking Pot with Bail Handle Broughton AF - 301081 - 111022Heavy cast iron cooking pot with round body, flat rim, and three short feet for hearth or campfire use. The pot is fitted with a forged iron bail handle for hanging over an open flame or carrying when filled. Its utilitarian design reflects the rugged cookware used in kitchens and homesteads of the late 19th century. Cast iron vessels like this were indispensable tools for boiling, stewing, or slow cooking over open hearths or outdoor fires. Their