Post-Medieval — 1650-1680; 17th century
Sugar-loaf mould
This conical mould was used to shape sugar when it underwent the refining process. London's first sugar refineries were built in the 16th century. This was also the period at which commerce began between Morocco and England. Morocco became the main source of sugar, for which London merchants traded English cloth. Affluent Londoners eagerly bought sugar-sweetened foods like candied and preserved fruit, crystallised flowers and comfits.
- Category:
- Post-Medieval
- Object ID:
- 11687
- Object name:
- sugar-loaf mould
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- Production date:
- 1650-1680; 17th century
- Material:
- ceramic, earthenware
- Measurements/duration:
- H 500 mm, D 210 mm
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- On display:
- Museum of London Docklands: London, Sugar and Slavery
- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Copyright holder:
- digital image © London Museum
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