Spittoon (ugaldan) LACMA M.81.278.3 (1 of 2)

A spittoon is a type of container that was historically used for people to spit tobacco or phlegm into, particularly in the context of chewing tobacco or snuff use. Spittoons were commonly made of materials such as metal, glass, or ceramic, and were often found in public spaces such as bars, train stations, and courthouses. While spittoons were once a common sight, they are now largely considered to be outdated and unsanitary, and are no longer widely used or found in public spaces. In modern times, the act of spitting in public is generally considered to be socially unacceptable and unhygienic.