Milk Can

Date1925-1977

MediumGalvanized steel

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 19 x 10 3/4in. (48.3 x 27.3cm)

ClassificationsEquipment

Credit LineGift of the children of Richard and Georgette Koopman

Object number2007.24.53

DescriptionLarge, cylindrical metal milk can with two handles and a lid that requires a special tool for removal (not included). "AUERFARM" is marked on both the lid and the front of the twenty quart capacity can.

Collections

G. Fox & Co.

NotesHistorical Note: In July 1925, Beatrice Fox Auerbach's husband purchased a 220-acre farm property on West Simsbury Road in Bloomfield. The farm's award-winning herd of Guernsey cows produced milk and butter for the family and for the G. Fox restaurants and employee cafeteria.

Status

On view