Fire Bucket, ca. 1806

Contributed by Maine Historical Society

Description

This leather fire bucket has a leather handle, with the words "No. 4/I. Nichols/F.F.S./1806" painted on the side along with a death's head (or angel) and a flourish. This fire bucket belonged to the Falmouth Fire Society. This society came to the aid of its members in the event of a fire, and in some cases, reimbursed for damages.

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About This Item

  • Title: Fire Bucket, ca. 1806
  • Creation Date: circa 1806
  • Subject Date: circa 1806
  • Location: Falmouth, Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Leather, paint
  • Local Code: 1995.110
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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Maine Historical Society
485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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