Hi
Niamh,
They
look similar to goffering irons we have in the collection, which were used to add
crimps and pleats to fabric for dresses etc.
Best
wishes,
Vicki
Vicki
Slade
Curatorial
Officer (Social History)
Leamington
Spa Art Gallery & Museum
Direct
line 01926 742703
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Hello,
We have a mystery object I was hoping someone could
identify. We think its kitchen related assuming it hasn’t been moved over
the years it would have been associated with a large house.
Thanks,
Niamh
Niamh Conlon,
Museum Curator
Museum Stores & Workshop,
7-11 Abbotsinch Road,
Grangemouth
FK3 9UX
Mobile: 07793721585
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