Historical information

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.

Physical description

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.