This wrought iron "ladder-frame" bookcase, which includes a drop-down table, is located in Suzy's bedroom. A second "ladder-frame" bookcase with desk is located in Penleigh's bedroom (item F085). They were both designed by Bruce Anderson - in the past they have been incorrectly attributed to Clement Meadmore. This type of furniture was featured in 'The Age' Small Homes Service and a similar one was featured in 'The Age' Dream Home Exhibition in 1955. From 1947 to 1953, Robin Boyd was the director of The Small Homes Service, set up by the Royal Victorian Institute of Architects in conjunction with 'The Age' and he produced a weekly article for 'The Age'.Wrought iron black frame with 10 ladder slots, and 3 cross brace frames, with 4 timber shelves. In the centre, there is a drop down table to use as a desk. Shiny metal feet, rubber covering top of metal frame. bruce anderson, robin boyd, dream home, small homes service, walsh st furnishings, ohm2022, ohm2022_39

Book shelf wooden painted white with 2 glass hinged doors with keylock. Has 3 shelves & back has been replaced. flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, cupboard, bookshelf, storage, furniture

Wooden rocking chair with wicker base and back, rounded arms, turned front legs, all legs braced side and back. Natural wood finish. A "Grecian" style rocker.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, chair, wicker chair, rocking chair, furniture

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Some very early tables were made and used by the Ancient Egyptians around 2500 BC, using wood and alabaster. They were often little more than stone platforms used to keep objects off the floor, though a few examples of wooden tables have been found in tombs. Food and drinks were usually put on large plates deposed on a pedestal for eating. The Egyptians made use of various small tables and elevated playing boards. The Chinese also created very early tables in order to pursue the arts of writing and painting, as did people in Mesopotamia, where various metals were used. The Greeks and Romans made more frequent use of tables, notably for eating, although Greek tables were pushed under a bed after use. The Greeks invented a piece of furniture very similar to the guéridon. Tables were made of marble or wood and metal (typically bronze or silver alloys), sometimes with richly ornate legs. Later, the larger rectangular tables were made of separate platforms and pillars. The Romans also introduced a large, semicircular table to Italy, the mensa lunata. Plutarch mentions use of "tables" by Persians. Furniture during the Middle Ages is not as well known as that of earlier or later periods, and most sources show the types used by the nobility. In the Eastern Roman Empire, tables were made of metal or wood, usually with four feet and frequently linked by x-shaped stretchers. Tables for eating were large and often round or semicircular. A combination of a small round table and a lectern seemed very popular as a writing table. In western Europe, the invasions and internecine wars caused most of the knowledge inherited from the classical era to be lost. As a result of the necessary movability, most tables were simple trestle tables, although small round tables made from joinery reappeared during the 15th century and onward. In the Gothic era, the chest became widespread and was often used as a table. Refectory tables first appeared at least as early as the 17th century, as an advancement of the trestle table; these tables were typically quite long and wide and capable of supporting a sizeable banquet in the great hall or other reception room of a castle. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Table_(furniture)The table is one of the most important items of furniture used in the home, including the kitchen.Table wooden with 4 wooden turned legs and unvarnished raw wood topNone flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, table, kitchen furniture

WW1 example of Australian ManufacturingWW1 example of Australian manufacturingThe bayonet was designed at the Lithgow Small Arms factory in Australia starting around 1913, just prior to WWI. The Lithgow 1907 Bayonet would become Australia’s staple weapon along with it’s counter part, the Enfield No1 Mark III rifle. The wood on the hilts is often referred to as furniture and then starting around 1916 Queensland Mapleread moreScabbard on the reverse marking stating MANGROVITE 43. Wooden Hilt has no visible markings. Hilt of the bayonet one side is stamped Lithcow 3 '21 over a crest of a six pointed star and a shield which encapules 1907 /1. The pommel also contains a button locking release from the rifle slide mount.wooden handle, leather scabbard

Letter from W. McKean & Co. to Mrs. Wilson with reference to some furniture sold on behalf of the Estate of Mrs. McKinnon. Envelope addressed to Mrs. Wilson, Flat 2, 95 Grey St., St. Kilda. Return address on the front corner W. McKean & Co, Stock and Station Agents, 53 Bull Street, Bendigo.document, foster & wilson collection, mrs wilson, w. mckean & co., mrs mckinnon

Volume 1: contents include: recipes, cookery, weights and measures, kitchen improvements, equipment, setting table, mother and baby section, toys, pottery, gardening, dressmaking, sewing, marriage. Volume 2: contents include: what makes a home, rooms, decorating, furniture, soft furnishings, flower arrangements, plants, etiquette, cookery and more.home management, newnes

Red covered auction catalogue for a sale at the Bendigo United Breweries, High Street, Golden Square on 18/2/1948. Sale included Brewery Machinery, Refrigerating Plant, Tools and Accessories. Also board Room furniture. J. H. Curnow & Son Pty. Ltd. In Conjunction with E. M. Vains & Co. were the auctioneers.business, auctioneers, j h curnow & son pty ltd, ian dyett collection - auction catalogue - bendigo united breweries, j h curnow & son pty ltd, e m vains & co, the prahran telegraph printing co

Two grey covered catalogues with black printing for an auction sale under instruction from Department of Supply, Melbourne held on 5th May 1955 at Tottenham, Vic. Auctioneers were J. H. Curnow & Sons Pty. Ltd. For sale were motor vehicles, vehicle spares, tools, radio equipment, furniture, clothing and typewriters.business, auctioneers, j h curnow & son pty ltd, ian dyett collection - auction catalogue - department of supply, j h curnow & son pty ltd

Part of a series of photos of High Street shops done by the Sire of Charlton in 1987. Tippett's shop established 1923. Ross's shop in the building built as Procter's Butchery in 1880.Colour photograph showing footpath outside Tippett's store and Ross's Gift Store. Sign for Ross's shop reads 'Walk thru & Inspect Nursery. At rear." Sign for Tippett's reads "RJ Tipett Drapery Furniture". Rubbish bin on LH side of footpath. Puddle on footpath. Maroon and cream coloured car parked outside Tippett's.high st charlton, tippett, procter's butchery, ross's gifts and plants, business

Set of three cotton doilies, possibly hand made in the 1950s for domestic use. Doilies like this were used to protect furniture from scratches and for ornamental use.3 round doilies (small ornamental mats), cream cotton fabric centre with hand crochet design.doilies, soft furnishings, table linens

Set of three cotton doilies, possibly hand made in the 1950s for domestic use. Doilies like this were used to protect furniture from scratches and for ornamental use.3 round doilies (small ornamental mats), cream cotton fabric centre with hand crochet design.doilies, soft furnishings, table linens

These four items are annual letters of appreciation to Helen Thomson who was employed by George Swinton and Sons in the 1940s and 1950s. She received a monetary bonus each year. The Swinton business in Warrnambool was founded by William and Ann Swinton in Timor Street in 1865. In 1934 the firm of George Swinton and Sons was selling furniture, clothing and glass ware and the other branch of Swintons Pty.Ltd. sold seeds, produce and hard ware. Today the Swinton family still operate the furniture store in Timor Street. . These letters are of of minor interest as a memento of a prominent store in Warrnambool. They reflect the kindly attitude between emploer and employee.These are four letters from Keith Swinton of George Swinton and Sons Pty. Ltd. to staff member Helen Thomson. The letters date from 1949 to 1955.Three letters are typed and one is hand written. The four letters have the the George Swinton and Sons letterhead.swintons store warrnambool, keith swinton, helen thomson warrnambool

Toolbox, made by Salvation Army Brigadier Warren Trestrail (1895-1971), during the Great Depression from recycled kerosene tins and packing boxes. It proved to be a useful piece of furniture as the family moved around Australia during various postings within the Australian States and Territories. In World War II, Warren Trestrail embarked with the first convoy of soldiers from Australia to the Middle East and served as Salvation Army welfare officer through the Libyan campaign, at Tobruk, and in Greece. In 1942, it was announced that Salvation Army war services at Darwin would be placed under his direction. He had previously been in charge of South Australian war activities. The item was donated to the Society in 2001 by Sadie Trestrail, who had been a teacher at Kew East Primary School for many years. It is a fine example of vernacular furniture made of recycled materials .Depression-era toolbox constructed from recycled kerosene tins and parts of wooden packing boxes. The five tin drawers are made of sections of kerosene tins with handles soldered to the centre of each new drawer. A number of drawers have separators constructed of tin or aluminium. The wooden planks encasing the the drawers are covered with a degraded shellac coating. An analysis of the interior indicates that the brand names of the original parts are largely extant. furniture - recycled - depession era - 1930s, great depression - 1930s - australia, warren trestrail, salvation army, vernacular furniture

This card table is part of a special bequest to the Mont De Lancey Museum of hand carved furniture and items made by Mr Franz Striezel by his grandaughter Mrs Dorothy Adamson. Dorothy was a friend of Nella Lord (nee Sebire). Dorothy passed away in 2007. It was to be known as The Franz Striezel Collection. Franz Streizel came from Germany in 1886 and was one of the three recognised craftsmen (Art Carvers) in Australia who contributed to the wood carvings in public buildings and honour boards throughout Australia. The National Gallery at their request had two small panels and a tobacco jar (some of his work), donated by Mrs D Adamson. They considered these pieces highly valuable.A handmade square wooden card table featuring an ornately patterned inlaid top of lighter coloured woods. It has a beautifully carved four legged base with a shelf at the bottom above the four clawed feet. The top lifts up to reveal a storage box below which is attached with screws to the base. The lid is attached with brass hinges and screws.furnitue, tables, card tables

Unclaimed letters returned to Connelly & Tatchell & Dunlop, Bendigo,Mauve 1886 2d. Stamp on each envelope: a. Addressed to Chas Fains, Rochester, 6.7.1894 requesting payment to Account payable re Nr. Gan's Furniture Warehouse, Pall Mall b. addressed to Mr. Downie, Back Creek 1894 ( erased 'near Cemetery' ) requesting payment to Account payable c. addressed to Jno V. Brien, Garsed Street, Bendigo 1894., d addressed to Mr. David Williams, Sailors Gully, Eaglehawk, dated 1885 ( on rear of envelope handwritten note ' opened and found not for me, David Williams, Sailors Gully, Eaglehawk 2.6.85') requesting payment to Account payable e. addressed to Mr. Chas Gains, c/- Mr. Saville, Nr. Gan's Furniture Warehouse, Pall Mall. Dated 1894 .Thebusiness, legal, connelly & tatchell

Two Bendigo Advertiser newspaper articles with Amy Huxtable Women's Editor and a part of her series titled, 'At the Art Gallery.' The first article is titled 'The Story Teller with a touch of magic.' Peter Leonard is a story teller and a puppeteer and is performing at the Bendigo Art Gallery. It includes a photo of Mr. Leonard and also a photo of his puppets. The second article is titled, 'Gift paintings and furniture for art gallery - Newson collection now on display.' The late Mr. A. L. Newson and his wife Mrs. Jean Newson donated a collection of paintings and rare prints and antique furniture to the gallery and these are now on display at the Bendigo Art Gallery. There is a photo of 'Gums' by W. B. McInnes from the Newson collection and also a photo of an elegant antique cabinet also donated. 1/06/1977.bendigo, buildings, bendigo art gallery, lydia chancellor collection, collection, bendigo, bendigo art gallery, art, art work, puppetry, donations, paintings, antiques, gifts, newson collection, at the art gallery, amy huxtable

The old Court House was the Doctor's office for some years after it was closed as a court house, and is now a private residence. Some of the furniture from the Court House is now in the Museum.Two colour photographs on a single sheet, showing views of the interior of the Rutherglen Court House shortly after it was decommissioned.On the side of the top photo: "Rutherglen Court House 1991" On the side of the bottom photo: "Looking from Front Door" On back of photos: "Geoff Stewart"rutherglen court house

A simple Edwardian mirrored hallstand made of Australian Blackwood a popular feature of Australian cottage hallways in the early 20th century following on from similar furniture of the 19th century.edwardian, hallstand, australian, cottage, hallways, blackwood, mirror.

These advertisements were found in a suitcase donated by a GHS member. The case contained newspapers and other items. This advertisement is for Henry Marks, a furniture store in Elizabeth Street Melbourne, dated 1888.Although the advertisement not Greensborough based, it came from a local home.Digital copy of newspaper advertisement.henry marks

Doilies were used to protect tables or furniture from items which may scratch or damage the surface. Often they were homemade and the more contemporary ones were machine made.A small round floral embroidered doily in blue, purple and green. It has a white scalloped embroidered edge.doilies, household textiles, table linen, furniture accessories, soft furnishings

Doilies were used to protect tables or furniture from items which may scratch or damage the surface. Often they were homemade and the more contemporary ones were machine made.A small square cotton embroidered doily with brown, green, blue, pink, white and navy cross stitch pattern. Crocheted scalloped edging.doilies, textiles, household textiles, table linen, furniture accessories, soft furnishings

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Wooden bookcase mounted on top of a desk. The bookcase has two glass panelled doors and three shelves. the right side door has a keyhole. Pediment overhang of 7 cm. the desk has a locking drawer and two cupboards underneath. The drawer has two recessed brass handles.furniture, uebergang, allansford, bookcase, desk

Brown varnished turned knob 6.0 x 3.4 tapering to 2.9 at the bottom. It has two deep indents around the top part..furniture, domestic, washstand/dressing table, washstand & dressing table pieces - turned knob, m ballhause

The photographed chairs were originally used at Craig's Hotel, BallaratTimber chair with red cushion seat.richardson, auburn, chairs, furniture, craig's hotel

Small wooden table with bottom shelf. Mahogany frame and legs. Baltic/ European pine top. Decorative turned legs.No visible markingsfurniture, domestic, original furniture, wooden table, side table

Small wooden table or trolley with bottom shelf on 75cm wheels. Made mostly of mahogany. Turned legs. Rectangular cutouts on inside top length, circular cutout on opposite side. Glass sheet cutout for protecting top surface.No visible markingsfurniture, domestic, trolley, mahogany, side table