Kitchen Antiques
Vintage kitchen gadgets rose to their height of popularity in the Victorian period, which gave rise to and created demand for such products as the apple peeler, cherry pitter, and cabbage chopper. Often fabricated from iron, most kitchen antiques had a patent date molded into the device, which is a significant clue as to age.
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Kitchen AccessoriesThe set kettle was a major technological kitchen accessory advancement. Consisting of a deep iron kettle set into an airtight masonry container with a firebox below. Functioning as a water heating device, the set kettle was used for cooking, cleaning, bathing, and livestock feed preparation.
Kitchen CabinetryThe kitchen cabinet originated in Italy in the early 16th century. One of the earliest forms was an oblong box that was set on a table, fitted with drawers and covered with doors. The small sizes of the drawers suggest that this original cabinet was built to store precious items. Eventually the cabinet evolved into an object of storage and display, becoming an art form in its own right.
Kitchen UtensilsAntique kitchen utensils differ from their modern counterparts in material but form has remained largely the same. Generally composed of wrought iron, copper, or brass, antiquated utensils very greatly in craftsmanship and ornamentation. A favorite among modern collectors, there is a direct relationship between the original quality of the utensil, and its worth to the modern enthusiast.
Stoves & RangesThe popular acceptance of the kitchen stove to replace the working fireplace was a major technological advancement. Heating the home more thoroughly and revolutionizing the cooking process by simplifying the arduous task of open-hearth cooking, the stove significantly expanded the range of cooking possibilities.
