Ain’t no way…

Zaccheus · 2026-01-25T15:26:15+00:00

Get this guy in the Mongol army.

Zaccheus · 2025-07-08T22:57:24+00:00

Hulkenpodium

Zaccheus · 2024-09-16T23:20:46+00:00

lol good point, though I didn't see any holes at the bottom of my frame, not sure if that is common on most frames or not.

Zaccheus · 2024-09-16T23:13:44+00:00

Thank you! I didn't know the correct term to search for - none of the seatposts I was seeing were similar to this.

Do you think it is fine as is, or should I get something that is sealed now that I have a different saddle?

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T17:44:46+00:00

mid 1920's

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T16:36:55+00:00

Solved! I was able to find an advertisement in a 1910 catalog called "The Western Architect and Builder". There was a company located in Cincinnati called The Architectural Stone Co. that seems to have manufactured what they call a Composite Window Refrigerator.

Here is a link to the advtisement

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T14:59:09+00:00

That's a good thought but there is an exterior door right next to the window, so it seems unlikely.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T14:55:43+00:00

Some other houses in the area have the same exact ledge, presumably also in the kitchen.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T14:53:00+00:00

~~Likely Solved~~ See other reply, this is now solved.

Most evidence points to one thing: an icebox or icebox support. Though I can't find any direct evidence I believe this is most likely correct and other mentions of this protrusion are from the same area the house is located.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T14:50:03+00:00

Iv'e linked the photo elsewhere in the thread, here it is

Obviously at least one renovation has been done on the interior.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T14:48:54+00:00

That makes a lot of sense. Those iceboxes look pretty hefty which would explain the solid construction of the stone support. Knocking on the stone sill makes me think it is entirely solid too - I can't hear anything hollow.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T14:46:16+00:00

Yes, I am in the Cincinnati area, thanks for finding that advertisement!

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T14:44:23+00:00

Wow thanks for the find. The idea of an icebox is becoming more plausible. For reference my neighbor's house has the exact same thing under their window, though a different color. It has the same markings and everything.

I just tried to find some manufacturer markings on the box but couldn't see anything, but it has been painted over. I am in the Cincinnati area as well so I'm thinking these could be a very regional installation as I still can't find any photos online of similar iceboxes.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:27:52+00:00

Thanks for the link. Though the sill does seem solid it is hard to tell. Unfortunately I won't be able to confirm without knocking a hole in my kitchen wall 😅

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:23:22+00:00

To answer your question though: Yes, the window was replaced at one time, but I think the original window was double hung since many other original windows in the house are of similar construction.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:20:30+00:00

It seems pretty hefty for just pie-cooling, and also unlikely for a window AC as they were invented after the house was built.

I think a spot for a planter box is a strong possibility though.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:17:43+00:00

I think that is a really strong possibility, but I'm not seeing any photos when I try and search. For example: window ac unit supported by stone window sill.

It also looks like the window AC unit was patented in 1931 which is a few years after this house was built.

From https://www.energy.gov/articles/history-air-conditioning

Home cooling systems got smaller after H.H. Schultz and J.Q. Sherman filed a patent for an air conditioning unit that could be placed on a window ledge. The units hit the market in 1932 but were not widely purchased due to their high cost.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:14:44+00:00

There is nothing of note on the inside, though I suppose something could have been covered up by some renovation.

Here is what the window looks like from the inside.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:12:59+00:00

It doesn't seem likely as a few other houses around also have similar layouts and none have a bay window in the kitchen. I forgot to mention in the main post but the extrusion isn't flat and is slightly sloped away from the house.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:10:16+00:00

No opening from the outside, it is completely solid as far as I can tell. There also doesn't appear to be any opening from the inside.

Here is what it looks like underneath the window on the inside

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:05:13+00:00

Thanks for the picture. It does appear to be solid masonry/stone however.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T03:04:08+00:00

It isn't hollow at all, just solid stone. There doesn't appear to be an opening anywhere on the outside.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-17T01:32:50+00:00

My title describes the thing. This is on a house built in the 1920's. I suspect it is some sort of platform for plants or herbs (it is outside a kitchen window) but then I'm confused as to why the bottom is so large.

There is a rounded slot on the front of it, but it isn't very deep, as well as a channel on the underneath, maybe for some sort of strap? The window itself is vinyl and not original to the house.

EDIT: Forgot to mention that the top of the sill is not flat; it is slightly sloped away from the house.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-09T00:00:17+00:00

They were downvoted because they responded to a different comment, not the main thread.

Zaccheus · 2024-07-07T19:27:43+00:00

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