World War 2 commences - PolandLocal Newspaper coverage of Start of World War 2 - PolandNewspaper special My War Part 2 = Front Two Pages and Last Two PagesNewspaper Special Re start World War 2 - Polandnewspaper coverages of start of world war 2

This beautiful hand-cut crystal vase was made in Poland by Violetta Crystal Glassworks. Its design is decorative and functional. It reflects vases produced in the late 19th and early 20th century when hand-cut lead Crystalware was popular in England. The lead content in the glass makes the glass softer and easier to hand-cut. The crystal clear glass sparkles in the light. Crystalware was kept for special occasions such as weddings and religious events. The Violetta Crystal Glassworks was founded in 1864 by Franz Losky, at the district of in Stronie Śląskie. Its original name was Oransko-Nassawska Glassworks, then later named Oranienhütte. The Glassworks came under Poland's rule after World War II. In 1950 it was subject to the Central Board of the Glass Industry and Precious Ceramics, with its seat in Sosnowiec, and the Glassworks was called United Glassworks of the Lower Silesia Region – State Crystal Glassworks in Stronie Śląskie.In 1953 it began exporting its products. In 1970 the name was changed to Violetta Crystal Glassworks in the Polish district of Stronie Śląskie. The firm became the major exporter of Polish glass. From 1992, structural changes in the company resulted in the loss of production, which stopped altogether in May, 2008. Minex CEI SA bought the plant in 2011 and operated it until the end of 2018.This hand-cut lead crystal vase design reflects that of vases produced in the late-19th and early-20th centuries. It is representative of decorative domestic items used during that era, particularly for important and special occasions such as weddings and religious events. Crystalware was cherished for its beauty. The vase is also significant for its association with the renowned Violetta Crystal Glassworks established in 1864 by Franz Losky, which was at one time the greatest exporter of hand-cut crystal made in Poland.Vase; clear hand-cut glass, 24 per cent lead crystal. The vase is wide at the top with a scalloped edge. It tapers inwards to a round foot. A clear rectangular label with gold text is attached. It is branded Violetta hand-cut crystal, made in Poland. On the label: "MADE IN POLAND" "Violetta" "Hand cut 24 % lead crystal" "(R)" within a circleflagstaff hill maritime village, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill, warrnambool, flagstaff hill museum and village, domestic object, decorative object, functional object, vase, crystal vase, cut glass vase, hand-cut glass, violetta, violetta glassworks, polish glassworks, made in poland, vase with scalloped edge, crystal glassworks, franz losky, oransko-nassawska glassworks, oranienhütte, stronie śląskie, hand-cut crystal, crystalware

Newspaper covering The Invasion of Poland by GermanyThe Invasion of Poland by GermanyLocal Newspaper with Articles of The Sun dated 4/9/1939Newspaper Articles from The Sun dated 4/9/1939 commencement of worlld war 2 - invasion of poland

Wedel is the oldest chocolate brand in Poland. It has been operating for over 160 years. Beginning with Karol Ernest Wedel, his son, Emil and followed by Jan Wedel the Wedel family waswell known for its social welfare policies. During WW11 Jan Wedel refused to collaborate with the the German government leading to persecution of his employees and his family. Although the company has been taken over several times by larger international groups, the Wedel name remains part of the product.A large tin container which held confectionery. The front of the tin has a black background , decorated with yellow,blue and red stars. In the centre is the Wedel logo, a signature on a yellow oval background.on front - E. Wedel Rolimpex Made in Poland, Warsaw Sole exportercontainer e-wedel confectionery

Postcard of the Metalexport building in Warsaw, Poland. Metalexport was the sole exporter of textile machinery from Poland.Postcard of the Metalexport building in Warsaw, Poland, 1959. Metalexport was the sole exporter of textile machinery from Poland. Back of a postcard of the Metalexport building in Warsaw, Poland, 1959. Metalexport was the sole exporter of textile machinery from Poland.METALEXPORTtextile machinery, metalexport

LithographSigned and dated 'Allan Mitelman 1985' lower right corner under printed image. Edition A/P, lower left corner under printed image.

The pillow case was a part of the wedding dowry of Zofia Mioduszewska. She maid it herself. It was tradition that every young girl had to prepare her own items needed in her new household. Made in 40s. example of embroidery from Podlachiawhite, linen pillow case initials ZG (Zofia Godlewska)craft, podlachia, poland, embroidery, wedding dowry

Roslaw SZAYBO (1933- ) Born Poland This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 1000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Framed offset print poster made for Bertold Brecht's 'Threepenny Opera'.art, artwork, poster, roslaw szaybo, polish poster, three penny opera

Grzegorz MARSZALEK (1946- ) Born Poland This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection, and was purchased by the Art Acquisition Committee in 1996. The Art Collection features over 1000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Framed offset press poster for James Joyce Tulaczeart, artwork, poster, james joyce tulacze, polish poster, grzegorz marszalek

Wiktor SADOWSKI (1956- ) Born Poland This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection, and was purchased by the Art Acquisition Committee in 1996. The Art Collection features over 1000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Framed offset print poster for an exhibition at the Poster Museum Wilanow. The poster is the work of three artists, Grindler, Saito and Sadowski.art, artwork, poster, polish poster, wikto sadowski, grindler, saito

"Carding Sets" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for Carding Sets by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, carding

"Multiple Drum Hard Waste Openers AC3-AC7" - sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for a Multiple Drum Hard Waste Openers AC3-AC7; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery textiles - recycling, metalexport, textile machinery, textiles - recycling

Wieslaw ROSOCHA (1945- ) Born Poland Wieslaw Rosocha studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw in Henryk Tomaszewski's studio. He is known for poster art, illustration, and graphic design. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection and was purchased in 1996 by the Art Acquisition Committee. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Framed offset print theatre poster for the Woyzeck by George Buchner.art, artwork, poster, polish poster, theatre poster, wieslaw rosocha, georg buchner, woyzeck

Roman KALARUS (1951- ) Born Poland Graduating from the Academy of Fine Arts in Cracow , Faculty of Graphic Arts in Katowice Roman greaduated in 1976 . Currently he is a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice leads the Poster Studio.. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection and was purchased by the Art Acquisition Committee in 1996. The Art Collection features over 1000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Framed offset print exhibition posterart, artwork, poster, polish poster, roman kalarus

Apparel and fashion in Poland has been influenced by the resources available, climate, and also by the other cultures. There are German, Czech, Russian, Lithuanian, Romanian, Austrian and other influences in the traditional dress of each region. Because of these diverse influences, each region of Poland has its own local traditional dress. There are roughly 60 unique costumes attributed to the different areas in Poland.one of a few items of this kind which has survived to present dayswhite top, apron, colorful skirt, vest, garlandoutfit, poland

"Carding Sets for Felt Wadding" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for Carding Sets for Felt Wadding by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, carding, felting

"Rag Tearer AC-9" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for a Rag Tearer AC-9 by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery textiles - recycling, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, textile machinery, textiles - recycling

"Tenterhook Willow Type 48" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for the Tenterhook Willow Type 48 made by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, carding

"Hard Thread Opener AC-8" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for the Hard Thread Opener AC-8 by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works

"PG-4 Ring Spinning Frame" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for a PG-4 Ring Spinning Frame by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, spinning machinery

"Self-Acting Mule Type S-8" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for a Self-Acting Mule Type S-8 by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, spinning machinery, spinning

Apparel and fashion in Poland has been influenced by the resources available, climate, and also by the other cultures. There are German, Czech, Russian, Lithuanian, Romanian, Austrian and other influences in the traditional dress of each region. Because of these diverse influences, each region of Poland has its own local traditional dress. There are roughly 60 unique costumes attributed to the different areas in Poland.one of a few items of this kind which has survived to present dayswhite top, apron, colorful skirt, vest, garlandtraditional dress, outfit, poland

"Automatic Three-Card Set Type CR-34" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for the Automatic Three-Card Set Type CR-34 by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, carding

"Worsted Double Card Set Type CS-1" - Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.Pamphlet for the Worsted Double Card Set Type CS-1 by Befama Bielska Fabryka Maszyn Wlokienniczych; sole exporters: Metalexport, Warsaw, Poland, c.1950.textile machinery, metalexport bielsko textile machinery works, carding