Zinc Ventilator for Skep (2)
Used by the first Lady St Oswald (the donor's grandmother), on Marriott's hive in her beehouse. Placed over hole in centre of the skep with perforated zinc at bottom. Fitted loosely so that warm air from skep could rise & escape. (2 items)
Category 1
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MaterialZinc
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Size14.0 cm x 12.0 cm
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Periodca. 1850
Category 2
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Reference NumberECT_04_0B53_034
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Thematic Catalogue4: Skep accessories
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KeywordsSkep parts & accessories
Category 3
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Added To Collection1953
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DonorCapt. Mark Winn
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CuratorDr. E. Crane