Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster has dated this piece to the 1920s.
The original Littlethorpe Forcing Jar was designed in the 1850's for Rhubarb/Seakale forcing. The forcing jar is used to bring the crops on early and keep them sweet by denying them light. This is done by placing the jar over rhubarb crowns or seakale thongs.
The base is thickly rimmed to ensure years of sturdy service.
H: 21 "
Diameter: 16"
Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster has dated this piece to the 1920s.
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