Antique Bathtubs
Bathtubs have long been existed for century. The earliest count was that found in Knossos, an ancient Minoan City. Archeologist found the remains of a 5 foot long, tapered bathtub in the site of King Minos’ palace. This bathtub is believed to be that of the Queen’s. It was painted terra cotta and covered in a bas relief of watery motif of reeds. The tub had no outlet so it is evidently filled and drained by hands.
Even during the ancient times, bathtub is the almost common thing in the bathroom of wealthy ancient Greece. The bathtubs dated around 500 BC have been found in various websites. The appearance of these antique bathtubs resembles the bathtubs of the modern generation. These bathtubs are self draining and are typically smaller. It is believed that Ancient Greeks sat during their baths.
This is an antique Roman bath. It is made of bronze and measures 6'4" long x 2' deep. This was buried when Versuvius erupted in 79 A.D.
The closest resemblance of the antique baths is the bathtub called the pedestal bathtub. The pedestal bathtub sits on a matching base instead of clawfeet, inspired by the Art Deco period from which they originated.
Here are samples of the modern pedestal bathtubs:
This is a 6 foot double-ended cast iron deep-soaking bathtub. Perfect to soak your body and feel relax when you crave for a quiet retreat. This bathtub is a faithful recreation of a classic design that is available in a selection of popular colors.
This is a 6 foot double-ended slipper cast iron ideal for two. This is luxuriously designed pedestal bathtub is available in white, black or biscuit interior or exterior.
Clawfoot bathtub is also one of the antique designs of bathtubs in today’s modern time. A clawfoot is also called a free standing bathtub that is elevated from the floor typically with its feet. The most common and the most familiar is the traditional roll rim bath. Rolled rim tubs are faithfully based on the original cast iron tubs during the 1890 and 1940.
There are three basic styles of clawfoot bathtub:
Traditional clawfoot bathtub usually has a flat top and typically with rounded seating area at one end and the faucet and drain on the other.
Slipper Clawfoot Bathtub is usually distinguished by their high-back construction at the other end which provides a more comfortable seating position. If you enjoy lounging in the tub with a place to rest your head and gives you all the support and comfort you will need.
Double ended clawfoot bathtubs have each side rounded with high back construction on both ends for your choice of bathing positions.