Title
Tea canister with lid used by 'amahs'
Year/Period
1930s
Region
Singapore
Material
Dimension
Gross measurement: H13.8 x D9.3
Accession No.
1995-00554
Collection of
Credit Line
Gift of Ng Soo Ngor
This metal canister was used by 'amahs' (Cantonese domestic servants) to store loose tea leaves. Gathering at the teahouse with other amahs for tea was one of the few entertainment activities that these frugal women engaged in.
