Tripod Legs
Maker
Houghtons Ltd.
Ensign Ltd
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Object detail
Description
A set of detachable and adjustable oak tripod legs with copper and brass fittings and one of the three has two leather straps. Individual legs are made of four parts. A bi-faceted central section that holds in sliding rod with a spike to one end. Hinged near top of central section two 'arms'. The arms swing out and up to extended length of leg. Arms should be held in place by spikes at top edge of central section. Proper right arm has metal attachment that sits in a groove. A round white makers mark reads "BRITISH / ENSIGN / TRADE MARK / MADE." And in the centre is the Ensign logo of a typical Edwardian pub sign with an 'N' on it.
Maker
Houghtons Ltd.
Ensign Ltd
Ensign Ltd
Production place
Great Britain, Europe
Measurements
605mm (height), 55mm (width), 15mm (depth)
Credit line
Gifted by J Rowe
Accession number
0970/06
Current rights