A sample of raw asbestos imported through the London's Royal Docks from Africa. Huge amounts of raw asbestos were handled in the docks before it was realized quite how hazardous the material was. It was widely used for its fire resistant qualities in the building industry.
Category:
Port & River
Object ID:
DK88.116/360
Object name:
sample jar, asbestos sample
Object type:
sample jar, asbestos sample
Artist/Maker:
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Related people:
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Related events:
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Related places:
Africa
Production date:
1900-1935
Material:
glass, paper, asbestos
Measurements/duration:
H 119 mm, D 52 mm
Part of:
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On display:
Museum of London Docklands: Warehouse of the World
