Press
ManufacturerManufactured by
Landers, Frary, and Clark
(American, 1862 - 1965)
MediumIron, paint
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height with handle extended x width): 10 x 4 1/2in. (25.4 x 11.4cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of George W. Cheney
Object number1974.6.3
DescriptionCast iron frame, with separate metal cup with a pour spout. A long metal screw fits vertically into the frame, and when turned presses down on a top piece with a handle, that fits into the cup.
Juice is extracted by using the turn-screw, pressing down on item in the cup, then pouring out the juice.
Juice is extracted by using the turn-screw, pressing down on item in the cup, then pouring out the juice.
Label TextAlthough it looks like a juicer, this late 19th century device was marketed as a meat press.
Status
On view
Landers, Frary, and Clark
Landers, Frary, and Clark
