This tube of glue, which came in a set with a mug and toothpaste holder (accession nos. 2007-51010 and 2007-51011 respectively), is meant for fixing the toothbrush holder to the wall. It belongs to a series of objects (accession nos. 2007-50972 to 51483) that document the lifestyle and consumption of a typical Chinese upper middle-class family in the mid 20th century.