What is a king stove and range 488?

A king stove and range 488 is a type of wood-burning stove that was manufactured by the King Stove and Range Company in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The company was based in Sheffield, Illinois, and produced a variety of stoves and ranges that were popular in rural America. The King stove and range 488 model was available in several sizes and featured a cast iron firebox, sheet metal oven, and wrought iron legs. The stove was heated by burning wood or coal, and could be used for cooking, heating, and baking.