Name/TitleOven peel
About this objectOven peel used in baking. Used to move embers from the wall oven, and to insert loaves etc.
This was used by James Reason (d. 1960), his father, Shepherd Reason, and grandfather, who were bakers at Front Street, Mendlesham.
It is very much worn.
Medium and MaterialsMade from iron with an ash handle.
MeasurementsTotal length: 6 feet 8 inches
Shank and socket: 2 feet 6 inches
Blade: 7 inches by 10 inches (originally 1 foot long)
Object numberSTMEA:A.2120
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
