Everyday kitchen items added a feeling of "home" in many of Victoria's institutions. The vintage butter dish is significant in its representatives of a kitchen object frequently used in Victorian institutions. Objects such as these tell the stories of peoples everyday lives.Inscribed with “The Jolly Boatman” River scene – boat, bridge and cottage Two pieces – dish and lid Yellow porcelain – crazed Manufacturer: Lancaster & Sandlandkitchen item, dish

Post card featuring cat with kitchen items.

Coloured Photograph of kitchen items displayed in the Museum Annexe of the Museum.museum, schwerkolt cottage & museum complex

This tin once contained McKenzie’s baking powder, a cooking ingredient. It was donated with other similar tins that were used by the donor’s mother who was married in 1932. It those times in Australia all manner of household items, including food and drink, were sold by hawkers (salesmen) who travelled from door to door in both suburban and rural areas. The donor remembered the bicarb soda tin on her mother’s pantry shelf. The McKenzie’s Baking Powder label adds the information that the ingredients were “Prepared with Aerophos, Regd. Trade Mark, the finest raising ingredient. A product of Albright & Wilson, Australia Pty. Ltd.” It also says that it “Excels all others in use”. The Australian family business, McKenzie’s Foods, began in Melbourne in 1852 and continues today, now run be the fifth generation of descendants from the original owners. Its baking and cookery products are well recognised by Australians. This tin originates in the early 1900s from an Australian company that is now managed by fifth generation descendants of the original family after its inception in 1852. The tin increases in significance for its use as a recognised object found in many Australian kitchens since early days. It gives a snapshot into domestic life and social norms of the pre and post war period in Melbourne The tin is significant for its association with a local family in the 1930s for the preparation of family meals. Tin container, cylindrical, with cream paper label with gold highlights, motif and text. Used for selling McKenzie’s Excelsior baking powder. Container has push-on lid. Quantity of 1/2 LB. NETT. Made in Australia by Jas. F. McKenzie & Co. Pty Ltd. Text includes “JAS. F. McKENZIE & CO. PTY. LTD. / AUSTRALIA“ “McKENZIE’S EXCELSIOR / BAKING POWDER”. Motif: man’s portrait within oval frame with wheat sheaf border, placed below figures of sun, moon and stars. Information and instructions. flagstaff hill asset, baking powder tin, container, flagstaff hill museum, kitchen item, cookery, baking, grocery, mckenzie, rising agent, food container, flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, tin, cooking ingredient, baking powder, mckenqie

This tin once contained Rawleigh's Allspice, a cooking ingredient. It was donated with other similar tins that were used by the donor’s mother who was married in 1932. It those times in Australia all manner of household items, including food and drink, were sold by hawkers (salesmen) who travelled from door to door in both suburban and rural areas. The donor remembered the tin on her mother’s pantry shelf. The Rawleigh Nutmegs label stated “Selected whole nutmegs not ground but granulated to preserve full strength and flavour.” The company had operated in Melbourne, Australia, and Wellington, New Zealand. W.T. Rawleigh & Co. was established by William Rawleigh in America in 1889 and later expanded into Australia. The company made a variety of household products in a factory in Collins Place, Melbourne, between 1930 and 1935. It specialised in medicines and remedies, food additives, cleaning products and toiletries. The company in Melbourne expanded into their factory in Dawson Street, Brunswick, in the mid-1930s. Independent salesmen, often referred to as ‘The Rawleigh’s man’, sold Rawleigh products door-to-door between the wars and after the Second World War in the Melbourne suburbs. Rayleigh’s products are still produced today. The tin is significant for its association with W.T Rawleigh, one of Melbourne’s strong growing manufacturers in period particularly between the World Wars. Rawleigh’s was, and still is, well known for its household and cleaning products, medicines, food additives and toiletries. The tin increases in significance for its use as a recognised object found in many Australian kitchens since early days. It gives a snapshot into domestic life and social norms of the pre and post war period in Melbourne The tin is significant for its association with a local family in the 1930s for the preparation of family meals. Rawleigh's rectangular Allspice spice tin, green, with directions for use on back and sides of container.Text “Rawleigh’s ALLSPICE” “The W.T. RAWLEIGH Co. Ltd.” “MELGOURNE / AUSTRALIA” “WELLINGTON / NEW ZEALAND” Motif: Man’s portrait in a circle. Other text includes information about spices.flagstaff hill museum, container, spice container, rawleigh company, tin container, kitchen item, tin, cooking ingredient, food container, grocery, allspice, rawleigh co.

This tin once contained Rayleigh's Nutmegs, a cooking ingredient. It was donated with other similar tins that were used by the donor’s mother who was married in 1932. It those times in Australia all manner of household items, including food and drink, were sold by hawkers (salesmen) who travelled from door to door in both suburban and rural areas. The donor remembered the tin on her mother’s pantry shelf. The Rawleigh Nutmegs label stated “Selected whole nutmegs not ground but granulated to preserve full strength and flavour.” The company had operated in Melbourne, Australia, and Wellington, New Zealand. W.T. Rawleigh & Co. was established by William Rawleigh in America in 1889 and later expanded into Australia. The company made a variety of household products in a factory in Collins Place, Melbourne, between 1930 and 1935. It specialised in medicines and remedies, food additives, cleaning products and toiletries. The company in Melbourne expanded into their factory in Dawson Street, Brunswick, in the mid-1930s. Independent salesmen, often referred to as ‘The Rawleigh’s man’, sold Rawleigh products door-to-door between the wars and after the Second World War in the Melbourne suburbs. Rayleigh’s products are still produced today. The tin is significant for its association with W.T Rawleigh, one of Melbourne’s strong growing manufacturers in period particularly between the World Wars. Rawleigh’s was, and still is, well known for its household and cleaning products, medicines, food additives and toiletries. The tin increases in significance for its use as a recognised object found in many Australian kitchens since early days. It gives a snapshot into domestic life and social norms of the pre and post war period in Melbourne The tin is significant for its association with a local family in the 1930s for the preparation of family meals. Rawleigh spice tin, rectangular, tall, used for storing Rawleigh's nutmeg. Tin has a flip-top lid, is coloured gold and comes with directions for use on front, back and sides of container.Text includes “W.T. RAWLEIGH Co. Ltd.”, “MELBOURNE / AUSTRALIA”, WELLINGTON / NEW ZEALAND” “Rawleigh’s / NUTMEGS” Motif: man’s portrait in a circle. Other text includes information about spices.tin container, flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, food container, tin, kitchen item, container, cooking ingredient, grocery, spice container, nutmeg, rawleigh co.

This tin once contained McKenzie’s baking powder, a cooking ingredient. It was donated with other similar tins that were used by the donor’s mother who was married in 1932. It those times in Australia all manner of household items, including food and drink, were sold by hawkers (salesmen) who travelled from door to door in both suburban and rural areas. The donor remembered the bicarb soda tin on her mother’s pantry shelf. The McKenzie’s Baking Powder label adds the information that the ingredients were “Prepared with Aerophos, Regd. Trade Mark, the finest raising ingredient. A product of Albright & Wilson, Australia Pty. Ltd.” It also says that it “Excels all others in use”. The company began in Melbourne in 1852 and continues today, now run be the fifth generation of descendants from the original owners. This tin originates in the early 1900s from an Australian company that is now managed by fifth generation descendants of the original family after its inception in 1852. The tin increases in significance for its use as a recognised object found in many Australian kitchens since early days. It gives a snapshot into domestic life and social norms of the pre and post war period in Melbourne The tin is significant for its association with a local family in the 1930s for the preparation of family meals. Tin container, cylindrical, with cream and green paper label with gold highlights, motif and text. Used for selling McKenzie’s Excelsior baking powder. Container has push-on lid. Quantity of 1LB. NET. Made in Australia by McKenzie Ltd.Text includes “CLIFFORD LOVE, McKENZIE PTY. LTD.” “McKENZIE’S EXCELSIOR / BAKING POWDER”. Motif: man’s portrait within oval frame with wheat sheaf border, placed below figures of sun, moon and stars. Information and instructions. flagstaff hill asset, baking powder tin, container, flagstaff hill museum, kitchen item, cooking ingredients, flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, tin, cooking ingredient, food container, grocery, cookery, rising agent, baking powder, mckenzie, mckenzie foods

An unusual item believed to have been made by carving from a solid piece of sandstone for domestic use no history or manufacturing provenance currently available item could have been made as a one off.The subject item at this time cannot be associated with an historical event, person or place, provenance is unknown, item assessed as a collection asset as it is believed to have been produced before 1950.Sandstone cooler round barrel shape. 2 equal sections. Top section has small wooden knob for lifting.Noneflagstaff hill, warrnambool, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, cooler, kitchen ware, sandstone cooler, kitchen item, ice bucket

Domestic item that has been hand made for a specific purpose for toasting food over coals or an open flame. Adjustable two tines/prongs toasting fork with side holding flangesdomestic, kitchen, item, food, toast, wire, cutlery, fork, homemade

Small enamel coffee cup.Nonewarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, enamel cup, enamel ware, kitchen item, drinking vessel

The art of making glass can be traced back to 2600 BC in Mesopotamia. Egyptians practised making glass around 2500 BC. Artificial glass first appeared in the Egyptian or the Mesopotamian civilization, whereas they used tools made out of volcanic glass obsidian in the Stone Age. Ancient China, however, discovered how to make glass a little later. Glass beads are known to be one of the earliest products made out of glass. Their creation is thought to be primarily accidental. In the later Bronze Age, glassmaking came to a halt. Glass was a luxury material back then. Archaeological excavations suggest the use of glass in England during the middle ages. In the 10th century, stained glass found a place in cathedrals and windows of palaces. After the Renaissance, architectural methods changed substantially, leading to a decrease in stained glass as a building material. Domestic use of glass increased following the industrial revolution. Vessels, glass windows, and glass beads gained popularity in Europe during this period. During the 19th century, many people preferred glass windows and doors as a decorative option. In the late 19th century, some designers brought back stained glass in decorative windows. It was during this period that Mr Tiffany discovered several methods to make domed glass handicrafts. People discovered the true versatility of using glass as a building material only in the 20th century. With glassmaking technology receiving an industrial boom, you could produce several different types of glass. Toughened glass, laminated glass, bulletproof glass, and smart glass all boosted the use of glass in buildings. Today, several skyscrapers, small and big homes, and offices use glass in almost all aspects of construction and design. https://www.aisglass.com/glass-made-step-step-process/The invention and development of glass, both as domestic items and in building, has been nothing short of revolutionary. Prior to the use of glass for windows, the interior of buildings were extremely dark, even during sunny days. The use of glass domestic objects, that could be easily washed, led to improved hygiene.Moulded patterned glass butter dish. Base has been broken.None.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, glass, kitchen item, butter

One of a collection of fourteen items of protective wear and household textiles donated by Lisa Sylvan, a long-term resident of Kew, Five of the items are homemade aprons made and worn by her mother. Of the seven pinafores, three identical but differently sized pinafores were made in her parents' factory, while the other three are handmade. The handmade aprons and pinafores are representative samples of women's work, possibly from published patterns, using fabrics originally deigned for dresses. Typically, contrasting fabrics and colours were selected to provide visual interest. The donation also includes a hand embroidered linen supper cloth and a commercially produced 'birds of Australia' printed table cloth. Most of the collection derives from the 1950s.Although not uncommon, hand-made protective clothing in the form of aprons and pinafores often represents samples and styles of 'women's work' using remnant fabrics often designed for other purposes. While generally utilitarian, women found means of gracing these items by the use brightly coloured fabric or patterns, the positioning of pockets and the use of contrasting fabrics to provide visual interest.Brigtly coloured pinfaore using a representative 1950s fabric with a design of kitchen items in different coloursprotective clothing, handmade clothing, costume accessories, lisa sylvan, pinafores, fashion design, women's clothing -- 1950s, fashion 1950s

Baby shoes and shawl were worn by Anne van Popering (items appox.65 years old)1 x baby shawl 3 x baby shoes 2 x "hanky" shirts Also kitchen items: pudding boiler & cookbookssee photosbaby, clothes, shoes, kitchen, cooking items,

Era: This type of hand-cranked food mincer was popular in late 19th to mid-20th century kitchens, before the rise of electric meat grinders. Use: Typically used for grinding meats, making sausages, or mincing vegetables, often as part of home food preservation. Manual operation: The auger forces food through the grinding plate, allowing the user to control the consistency of the minced product.This is a vintage cast iron hand-cranked food mincer, consisting of several detachable parts. It is designed to grind meat, vegetables, or other food items by manually rotating the handle, which turns the auger inside the main body. The components include: Main body (casing): A heavy cast-iron structure with an open funnel at the top for inserting food. The body features a clamp or screw holes for securing it to a workbench or table. Handle with wooden grip: A long metal arm with a rounded wooden handle, used for manually turning the auger. Auger (screw-like piece): A large metal spiral component that pushes the food through the mincing plate when the handle is rotated. Mincing plate (grinder disc): A perforated metal plate that determines the texture of the ground food. Additional attachments: Includes a funnel-shaped attachment and small metal parts stored in a plastic bag, likely used for securing or adjusting the mincer. The mincer shows signs of wear and oxidation, indicating age and prior use. The wooden handle appears intact, but the metal components show some surface rust, which is typical for vintage kitchen tools.food, mincer, kitchen, household item

This type of pan was commonly used for cooking, heating liquids, or melting materials over an open flame. Given its deep basin and sturdy handle, it may have been used as a fireplace or camping pan. Similar metal pans were used in farmhouse kitchens, blacksmith shops, or outdoor fire pits. Due to its heavily rusted and perforated condition, it is no longer functional but serves as a historical artifact.A round metal pan with a deep basin, showing significant rust and corrosion. The pan has a sturdy metal handle attached to the rim, allowing it to be hung or carried. The rim of the pan is slightly bent, suggesting heavy use over time. The interior surface is badly rusted with flaking metal and holes, indicating it has been exposed to moisture for an extended period.pot, saucepan, fry pan, cooking, kitchen, household item, fire, woodstove

Wall-mounted salt boxes were commonly used in kitchens before the 20th century to store coarse salt, which was essential for cooking and food preservation. The wall-mounting design kept the salt dry and easily accessible near the cooking area. These were widely used in European and early colonial kitchens, particularly before refrigeration made food preservation less reliant on salt. The rounded, barrel-like base and decorative curved back panel suggest this may date from the late 19th to early 20th century.This is a vintage wooden salt box with a cylindrical base and a hinged lid. The back panel extends upward with a curved top, featuring a hole for mounting on a wall. The lid is flat and circular, designed to be lifted for easy access to the contents. The wood grain is visible, and the box has a worn, aged patina, indicating years of use. The hinges are metal and show signs of aging, including rust and wear.cooking, salt, preservation, food, kitchen, household item

This type of fly swat was a common household tool in the early to mid-20th century, used for swatting and eliminating flies and other insects. The twisted wire handle made it easy to grip and allowed for flexibility when swinging. The fine metal mesh ensured that it was lightweight and effective in killing flies without causing damage to surfaces. Similar designs were widely used before the introduction of plastic fly swats in the mid-20th century. The visible wear and aged patina suggest this item could date from the 1920s to 1950s.This is a handmade or early manufactured fly swat with a twisted wire handle and a fine mesh swatting surface. The handle is made of twisted metal wire, giving it flexibility and strength while allowing for a loop at the end for hanging storage. The swatting surface is made of fine metal mesh, framed with a thin metal border, which is coated in faded red paint or enamel. The mesh is slightly frayed and damaged in places, indicating frequent use and age.flies, outdoors, swat, pests, kitchen, household item

Rubber spouts were a practical household solution in the early to mid-20th century when replacing an entire teapot was less economical. Such spouts were often sold in general stores and kitchenware shops, particularly in rural areas where replacing fragile ceramics could be difficult.These are two curved, reddish-brown rubber spouts, likely replacement spouts for teapots or kettles. They are flexible and slightly tapered, allowing them to fit snugly onto the opening of a teapot. The surface shows minor wear and discoloration, indicating previous use or aging. The material appears to be an early form of rubber or heat-resistant synthetic material.spout, teapot, kitchen, household item

Hand-crank coffee grinders were widely used before the advent of electric grinders. This style was commonly used in homes, small cafés, and general stores. Grinding mechanism: The beans were poured into the hopper, then manually ground by turning the crank, which would produce ground coffee collected at the bottom. Such grinders were also sometimes repurposed for grinding spices or grains.A manual cast iron coffee grinder, painted off-white, with visible chipping and rust spots. Features a large hopper (bowl-shaped) at the top, designed to hold coffee beans before grinding. The main grinding mechanism is housed in a rounded central body, secured with a latch that allows access to the internal burrs for cleaning. A hand-crank handle extends from the side, with a wrapped grip for easier operation. The base is wide and flat, designed for mounting onto a surface or table.coffee, grinder, kitchen, household item

This collection represents late 19th and early 20th-century glass bottles, commonly used for household, medicinal, beverage, and food storage purposes. Soda and mineral water bottles (tinted blue or green) were often sealed with marble stoppers (Codd bottles) or corks. Alcohol and wine bottles were dark green or brown to prevent light exposure from spoiling the contents. Apothecary and medicine bottles were embossed or labeled, sometimes with poison warnings. Preserving jars with metal clamps were used for storing homemade preserves and pickled goods. Food product containers, such as mustard or jam jars, were commonly reused for other household needs. This collection likely originated from a rural homestead, a general store, or an apothecary, representing everyday life in the late 1800s to early 1900s.The image showcases a diverse collection of glass bottles and jars, varying in size, shape, colour, and purpose. The assortment includes: Tall, slender bottles with narrow necks, likely used for soda, beer, spirits, or wine. Shorter, rounded bottles, which may have contained tonics, medicine, or sauces. Glass jars with metal lids, including one with a hinged clamp, suggesting use for preserves, pickles, or household goods. Several bottles retain original labels, with one clearly marked "Water" and another labeled "Star", indicating they were originally used for beverages or medicinal products. A rusted tin with a faded label, which appears to be an old food or medicinal container. Some bottles exhibit embossed lettering, which was a common feature in 19th and early 20th-century packaging. Most bottles are clear, green, or brown, with some appearing to have a blue tint, which was characteristic of early mineral water and soda bottles. Some bottles have cork or screw tops, while others have open tops, suggesting they may have been sealed with wax or stoppers. The collection appears to be a historical assortment, possibly from an old general store, apothecary, or household setting.bottles, kitchen, household item

This type of portable kerosene pressure stove was commonly used for camping, outdoor cooking, and military applications in the early 1900s to mid-century. It operates by pressurizing liquid fuel (such as kerosene or methylated spirits) using the pump, which is then vaporized and burned to produce a strong, hot blue flame. These stoves were popular with travellers, explorers, and rural households before the widespread availability of electric and gas stoves.This is an antique portable kerosene or spirit stove, likely from the early to mid-20th century. The stove consists of a circular metal fuel tank at the base, which is darkened and aged, possibly made of brass or iron. A raised burner assembly sits atop the fuel tank, enclosed by a metal wind shield, which appears to be stamped with a manufacturer's name or logo. The burner head is centrally positioned, with a control valve and a pressurizing pump extending from the tank’s side. The top of the stove features a circular cast-iron trivet or pot stand with multiple supports, allowing pots or kettles to rest above the flame. The trivet has a well-worn patina, with visible signs of heat exposure and rust. It may indicate a well-known brand such as Primus, Optimus, or another vintage stove manufacturer.cooking, gas, kitchen, household item

This type of manual food grater was a common household tool in kitchens before the invention of modern electric food processors. Likely used for grating cheese, vegetables, or even nutmeg. The collecting tray suggests it was specifically designed for grating small, fine ingredients, possibly for baking or seasoning.A rectangular metal food grater with a curved, perforated grating surface. At the bottom end, a small collecting tray is attached, designed to catch grated food. The grater is made of rusted metal, indicating significant age and exposure to moisture over time. The handle at the base features a looped end, suggesting it was designed for hanging storage when not in use.grater, food, utensil, kitchen, household item, cooking

A mass produced utilitarian item made for domestic use, there is no history or manufacturing provenance currently available.The subject item at this time cannot be associated with an historical event or person It is believed the item was manufactured in Germany pre World War ll, in the 1930s, as other examples from the period are on a number of internet sale & auction sites. This item is regarded as a collectors piece however information and company history regards the manufacturer "Rebure" has not yet been established. Balance spring scale elongated brass graduation scale to 100 Lbs hook at one end and a ring the otherRebure Pocket Balance. Made in Germany measures from 0 to 100LBSflagstaff hill, warrnambool, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, spring balance scale, rebure scale company, rebure germany, domestic item, kitchen weighing scale

This is a manual sifter, commonly used in kitchens during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The canister was filled with flour, powdered sugar, or cocoa, and the user would shake or sift the ingredients using the handle. The perforated dome evenly distributed the ingredient, preventing clumps and ensuring a fine texture for baking or cooking. It was an essential tool before the advent of modern mechanical sifters and pre-sifted flour products.Antique Flour or Sugar Sifter Physical Description: A cylindrical metal container that serves as a reservoir for flour, sugar, or similar fine ingredients. A long, thin metal rod extends from the canister, attached to a small, perforated metal dome at the opposite end. A looped handle is attached to the rod, allowing for manual operation. The metal surface shows signs of aging and rust, indicative of extended use.cooking, baking, kitchen, utensil, household item, sifter, flour, sugar, cocoa

This item is a vintage colander or steamer plate, used for draining liquids from food or steaming vegetables and other ingredients. Likely placed over or inside a pot to strain water or allow steam to pass through. Such colanders were commonly used in early 20th-century kitchens before modern plastic or stainless steel versions became widespread. The perforations allow for water drainage, making it practical for rinsing grains, vegetables, or draining pasta.A circular perforated metal plate with small evenly spaced holes throughout its surface. Attached to the edge is a small curved metal handle, likely for securing or hanging the colander. The metal surface is heavily rusted, indicating age and long-term exposure to moisture.colander, strainer, kitchen, utensil, household item, food