Toddy ladles which belonged to Robert Burns
These toddy ladles, one larger than the other, belonged to
Robert Burns. There is a tradition that the larger one was
for serving men, the smaller one for serving women. These
were given to Mrs Adam Rankine by Jean Armour, the poet's widow,
shortly after his death in 1796. Relics of Robert Burns and
his household were treasured and preserved.
Toddy, or whisky diluted with warm water and sweetened with
sugar, was commonly served in Scottish homes as it was thought to
be good for the health as well as the spirit.
Object no :
BHBN023n
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Creator :
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Place of Production :
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Dimensions :
(stem) length 150mm / 80mm, (bowl) diameter 30mm / 20mm
Materials :
bone
Location :
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