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Vintage Kitchen Tools

A collection of historical kitchen tools, including flat iron holders, toast racks, and branding irons, illustrated in graphite and watercolor.

Spears and arrows used by Native Americans when fishing. Date: 1862
Spears and arrows used by Native Americans when fishing. Date: 1862
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Flat Iron Holder. Dated: c. 1938. Dimensions: overall: 29.3 x 23 cm (11 9/16 x 9 1/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 8 1/2" long; 3 7/8" wide; 2 3/4" high. Medium: graphite on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Joseph Rothenberg.Toast Rack. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 29.8 x 22.8 cm (11 3/4 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: 14" wide; 28" long. Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Mildred Ford.Filippo Porreca, Egg Roaster, c 1937 Egg RoasterWrought Iron Banister Bracket. Dated: c. 1937. Dimensions: overall: 50.8 x 32.4 cm (20 x 12 3/4 in.). Medium: watercolor, pen and ink, gouache, and graphite on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: James McLellan.Elizabeth Johnson, Branding Iron, c 1942 Branding IronHelen Hobart, Trivet, c 1941 TrivetSalvatore Borrazzo, Pa German Flatiron Holder, c 1938 Pa. German Flatiron HolderHans Korsch, Fire Shovel and Tongs, c 1937 Fire Shovel and TongsSpears and arrows used by Native Americans when fishing. Date: 1862Pewter Porringer. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 30 x 22.9 cm (11 13/16 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: 2 1/16" high; 5 7/16" in diameter. Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Charles Cullen.Betty Lamp and Stand. Dated: c. 1940. Dimensions: overall: 36.1 x 28.7 cm (14 3/16 x 11 5/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 7 1/2" high; 6 1/4" in diameter. Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Amelia Tuccio.Flat-iron Holder. Dated: c. 1937. Dimensions: overall: 22.5 x 28.5 cm (8 7/8 x 11 1/4 in.) Original IAD Object: 8 3/4" long; 3 7/8" wide. Medium: graphite on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Jack Staloff.Candlestick Double. Dated: 1935/1942. Dimensions: overall: 48.2 x 22.8 cm (19 x 9 in.). Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Mary Fitzgerald.Design for Shaving Stand with Oval Mirror, A.N. Davenport Co., Graphite on thin cream laid paper, 1900-05, furniture, Drawing, DrawingDesign for an Earring, Pen and black ink, brush and gray watercolor, gold on paper, Jewelry design for an earring. Hanging from two points of the ring is a chain consisting in its front half of alternating blossoms and disks, in its rear half of ribbons in shape of the figure eight. Bevelled corners., probably Naples, South Italy, Italy, ca. 1800, jewelry, Drawing, DrawingRobert Clark, Sleigh Bells, c 1938 Sleigh BellsCharles Cullen, Trivet, c 1939 TrivetFrancis Law Durand, Fireplace Pot, c 1937 Fireplace PotIce Cream Mold. Dated: c. 1941. Dimensions: overall: 37 x 31.9 cm (14 9/16 x 12 9/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 3 5/8" long; 4 1/2" wide; 1 5/8" deep. Medium: watercolor and graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: V. L. Vance.Elizabeth Curtis, Pole Screen and Candlestand, 1935 1942 Pole Screen and CandlestandArchitecture: masonry tools. Engraving by Bénard after Lucotte?.Edith Magnette, Oval Table Drop Leaf, 1935 1942 Oval Table Drop LeafJacob Lipkin, Andiron (one of pair), c 1940 Andiron (one of pair)Hinged at the door of a road shrine in Wola of Owska from 1851 - a view in a 1: 1 scale; Sztolcman, W Adys Aw Roman (1873-1950); 1916 (not after 11.08.1916) (1916-00-00-1916-00-00);Image capturing surgical instruments used during World War I. The photograph is numbered 68828 and was taken by a photographer named Reco in July 1920. The description indicates that these instruments were issued by the S.C., and they are marked with the symbol "A" and the letters "pray" and "S-lab aral." He 1 Istare 3-0.Janet Riza, Flat Iron Holder, c 1936 Flat Iron HolderBrooch and Earrings. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 29.3 x 17.6 cm (11 9/16 x 6 15/16 in.). Medium: watercolor, pen and ink, and gouache on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Kurt Melzer.American 20th Century, Trivet, 1935 1942 TrivetGeoffrey Holt, Mission Bench, c 1938 Mission BenchHunting & Other Sketches in Central Africa, The Congo, Kwilu, & South West Coast District 1884-1888, AfricaCentral, Nzaubula, Pictorial Works, Sketchbooks, Travel, A collection of intricately detailed drawing illustrations showcasing various historical instruments and tools. The arrangements feature an array of elongated, cylindrical objects, each designed with unique characteristics, including some with flared ends or ornamental detailing. The items appear to represent different functionalities, possibly relating to craftsmanship or musical applications. Each object is numbered for reference, suggesting their cataloging or classification in a larger study. The background is lined, enhancing the overall presentation of these artifacts, indicative of a scholarly or instructional purpose.Nicholas Acampora, Table, c 1936 TableOval Table Drop Leaf. Dated: 1935/1942. Dimensions: overall: 30.5 x 22.8 cm (12 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: 32 1/2"wide; 41"long; 28 5/8"high. Medium: pen and ink and graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Edith Magnette.Silver Brazier. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 22.2 x 29.6 cm (8 3/4 x 11 5/8 in.) Original IAD Object: 10 1/4" long; 5" in diameter. Medium: graphite and colored pencil on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Horace Reina.Flat Iron Holder. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 30.5 x 22.9 cm (12 x 9 in.). Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Janet Riza.Eleanor Gausser, Candle Snuffer and Tray, c 1937 Candle Snuffer and TrayA pencil drawing from 1859 by Carl Pischinger showing a band with clamps and decorative tassels.Silver Flagon: Detail. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 28.2 x 22.9 cm (11 1/8 x 9 in.). Medium: pen and ink on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Lawrence Flynn.Bishop Hill: Small Spoon. Dated: c. 1939. Dimensions: overall: 32.7 x 24 cm (12 7/8 x 9 7/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 5 4/16" long; 1" wide. Medium: watercolor and graphite on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Archie Thompson and William Ludwig.Francis Law Durand, Straw Bonnet, c 1938 Straw BonnetCharlotte Winter, Silver Spoon, c 1936 Silver SpoonClock Reel. Dated: c. 1938. Dimensions: overall: 30.7 x 22.9 cm (12 1/16 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: data sheet: "approximately 30" high and 27" wide". Medium: watercolor and graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Frank Eiseman.Hunting Other Sketches Central Africa Congo Kwilu South West Coast District 1884-1888 Africa Central Nzaubula Pictorial Works Sketchbooks Travel, The illustration features two distinct types of elongated weapons, displayed side by side. On the left, a barbed spear is presented vertically, showcasing its pointed tip and slender shaft, indicating its potential for thrusting in combat or hunting. To the right, a set of elongated projectiles, likely designed for darts or arrows, are depicted with varying shapes, highlighting their aerodynamic features. The background features light lines that create a sense of structure, emphasizing the fine details of each weapon. The overall design conveys an appreciation for craftsmanship and the utility of these tools in historical contexts.Germany, Empire objects, Rings and cutlery, verso - stamped, Designs for empire objects such as (napkin) rings, serving cutlery and sieves. All objects are numbered., print, ornament print, prints, ornament prints, height 254 mm, width 410 mm, print maker, printmaker, 1820 - 1840, paper, papier, lithografie (techniek), Expression creationSurveyor's Compass. Dated: c. 1937. Dimensions: overall: 68.9 x 53.7 cm (27 1/8 x 21 1/8 in.) Original IAD Object: 12" wide. Medium: watercolor, graphite and colored pencil on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Archie Thompson.Pewter Tobacco Jar. Dated: c. 1941. Dimensions: overall: 38.5 x 52.9 cm (15 3/16 x 20 13/16 in.). Medium: graphite on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Ardella Watkins.Conrado Barrio, Carved Wooden Spoon, 1935 1942 Carved Wooden SpoonPaul Ward, Butter Churn, c 1936 Butter ChurnWellington Blewett, Bishop Hill Washing Flail, c 1936 Bishop Hill: Washing FlailFrancis Law Durand, Silver Gravy Ladle, 1935 1942 Silver Gravy LadleFrancis Law Durand, Spice Grinder, c 1937 Spice GrinderPewter Ladle. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 29.1 x 22.2 cm (11 7/16 x 8 3/4 in.). Medium: watercolor and graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Henry Meyers.Dorothy Gernon, Slipper, c 1940 SlipperTulita Westfall, Bracelet, c 1937 BraceletRonau William Woiceske, Key and Lock, 1935 1942 Key and LockMargaret Knapp, Beaded Bags, 1935 Beaded BagsMary Berner, Silver Sugar Tongs, 1935 1942 Silver Sugar TongsPrint, Two Furniture Leg Designs; Designed by Richard de Lalonde (French, active 1780-96); Print Maker: C. Le Meunié (French, active 1770-1786); Published by Jacques-François Chéreau (French, 1742 - 1794); France; etching on off-white laid paperFrancis Law Durand, Candlestick with Snuffer, 1935 1942 Candlestick with SnufferCongress clips, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1878.Silver Teaspoon. Dated: 1936. Dimensions: overall: 35.6 x 24.3 cm (14 x 9 9/16 in.). Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Irene M. Burge.Jessica Price, Ring Bottle, 1936 Ring BottleDesign of the Cura Merino' dagger, with which he intended to kill the queen Isabel II (2nd February 1852). SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. National Library.Silver Spoon. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 22.9 x 29 cm (9 x 11 7/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 9 3/8" long; 1 3/4" wide. Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Charlotte Winter.Gordena Jackson, Horse Hair Bridle, c 1937 Horse Hair BridleSilver Tablespoon. Dated: 1935/1942. Dimensions: overall: 22.5 x 28 cm (8 7/8 x 11 in.). Medium: graphite on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Columbus Simpson.Bracelet, a fragment of one of the quarters of Olkusz polyptyk from the basilica Andrzej in Olkusz presenting Mari Pann from Ann; Sztolcman, W Adys Aw Roman (1873-1950); 1914 (not after 18.05.1914) (1914-00-00-1914-00-00);Design for a silver table piece. .Imperial' Porcelain Wash Tubs, 1888, published by J.L. Mott Iron Works in New York. The catalog features plumbing equipment and supplies, including wash tubs, and utilizes wood engravingsTypes of spear ()Helmets from the Tower of London. Black helmet with visor 1,2, Oliver Cromwells iron helmet with brass studs 3, and visored helmet 4,5. Copperplate engraving from Francis Grose's Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army, Stockdale, London, 1812.Angelo Bulone, Ladle, c 1936 LadleRoman crowns in ancient Rome, the history of ancient Rome, Roman Empire, Italy, Historical, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, EuropePhotograph of surgical instruments used during World War One. The image was taken in 1920 by SIGNAL CORPS. The instruments in the picture are labeled with the marking "A" and are issued under issue number 68860. These tools were likely used by medical personnel during the war.Weapons, musical instrument and pipe of Senegambia, 18th century. Bow, powder horn, lance, quiver, arrow, boot, guitar and tobacco pipe. After Rene Claude Geoffroy de Villeneuves LAfrique, Paris, 1814. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature: Africa, A description of the manners and customs Moors of the Sahara and of the Negro Nations, R. Ackermann, England, 1821.Two Helmets, Christian Bernhard Rode, After Andreas Schlüter, 1759 print paper etching helmet ArmoryFarmer with a hood and apron and two baskets.Leaf 25 verso from a sketchbook with 73 sheets.Weapons, tools and jewellery from the Longobard princely convent near Civezzano, Italy, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original, ex...Melita Hofmann, Slippers, c 1940 SlippersTournament Armor; Augsburg (probably), Germany; about 1560 - 1570; Tempera colors and gold and silver paint on paper bound between original pasteboard covered with original brown calf; Leaf: 43 x 28.9 cm (16 15,16 x 11 3,8 in.)Manual Water Pump, vintage engraved illustration. Trousset encyclopedia (1886 - 1891).Pompeiian kitchen ; Ancient form of spoons ; Ancient knives ; Pompeiian pots and pans still image. 1883-06. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Picture Collection. Knives, Spoons, Cooking utensils, Cookery, Pompeii (Extinct city), Antiquities, Kitchens, Pots & pansTraditional weapons and utensils Dahomey tribes, Central Africa, Old 19th century engraved illustration, Le Tour du Monde 1863The pan telephone. Shown at the international electric exhibition, crystal palace. Dated 18th March 1882Herbert Marsh, Crochet Doily, 1935 1942 Crochet DoilyForks, vintage engraved illustration.Spoon. Dated: c. 1937. Dimensions: overall: 24.5 x 35.5 cm (9 5/8 x 14 in.). Medium: graphite and watercolor on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Edith Towner.In this print, ô Jonge Lien / you can see many beautiful things, / and that they may be dedicated to you, / provides instructivity, Broese & Comp., 1828 - 1853 print Leaf with 36 representations of objects, such as a Bible, a Bijenkorf, a hot air balloon, a Lampet and a drum. A caption under each performance. Numbered at the top right: No. 6. Breda paper letterpress printing Bible. bee-hive. glass of beer. drum (musical instrument)Mary E Humes, Baby's Cap, c 1937 Baby's CapNet folding in four, vintage engraving. Net folding in four, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1870. Copyright: xZoonar.com/PatrickxGuenettex 10679207Carl Buergerniss, Parasol, c 1941 ParasolKeys dug up under the like Swedish, formerly in the collection of Karol Beyer from Warsaw, in Jan Strzrzacki in 1914 - two views in 1: 1 scale; Sztolcman, W Adys Aw Roman (1873-1950); 1914 (not after November 14, 1914) (1914-00-00-1914-00-00);Silver Teaspoon. Dated: c. 1939. Dimensions: overall: 22.9 x 29 cm (9 x 11 7/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 5 1/8" long. Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Kalamian Walton.A mechanical fork cleaner. The plate powder was applied in the normal way, and the forks were then put into the machine. When the handle, left, was turned, brushes removed the dried plate powder. London, 1881Ornamental cup, 1645, (1843).Artist: Henry ShawCarriage, canoeing and slide, wooden objects at the Exhibition of Agricultural Products in St Petersburg, Russia, illustration from L'Illustration, Journal Universel, No 407, Volume XVI, December 13-20, 1850.Silver Sauce Boat. Dated: 1936. Dimensions: overall: 23 x 29.9 cm (9 1/16 x 11 3/4 in.) Original IAD Object: 5" high; 8 5/8" long; 3 7/8" wide. Medium: graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Michael Fenga.Weapons, jewellery and utensils from the Stone Age, Germany, digitally restored reproduction of an original from the 19th century, exact original date not known, EuropeF. W. Lucas & Co., dealers in fashionable boots and shoes at popular prices, New England one price shoe store, 186 Essex Street, Salem. , Cats, Shoes, 19th Century American Trade CardsBoudoir Set. Dated: 1935/1942. Dimensions: overall: 35.3 x 28.9 cm (13 7/8 x 11 3/8 in.). Medium: watercolor and graphite on paperboard. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Hugh Clarke.Various types of wind instruments are being played by people, cherubs and a Pan figure. Engraving by J. Pass.