Cutlery Collection (#7)

Chopper, 1938. Creator: George Roehl
Chopper, 1938

Un enfant dans la mansarde, 1881. Creator: Fernand Pelez
Un enfant dans la mansarde, 1881

Relics of the Franklin Expedition, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Relics of the Franklin Expedition, 1854. Items recovered from the ill-fated 1845 expedition led by Sir John Franklin, to find the Northwest Passage

Kettle with Spoon, c. 1935. Creator: Benjamin Resnick
Kettle with Spoon, c. 1935

Fork, 1935/1942. Creator: Benjamin Resnick
Fork, 1935/1942

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Horace Reina
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Pewter Spoon, 1935/1942. Creator: Matthew Mangiacotti
Pewter Spoon, 1935/1942

Pewter Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Karl Joubert
Pewter Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, 1935/1942. Creator: Walter W. Jennings
Silver Spoon, 1935/1942

Silver Tablespoon, c. 1937. Creator: David P. Willoughby
Silver Tablespoon, c. 1937

Pewter Spoon, c. 1937. Creator: Grace Halpin
Pewter Spoon, c. 1937

Two Silver Soup Spoons, c. 1936. Creator: Charles Garjian
Two Silver Soup Spoons, c. 1936

Digging and Planting, 1943. Creator: Unknown
Digging and Planting, 1943. British women contribute to the war effort. From "Women's Institutes, by Cicely McCall. [Collins, London, 1943]

Pa. German Fork, c. 1938. Creator: Roy Weber
Pa. German Fork, c. 1938

Shimada, Fujieda, Okabe, and Mariko, no. 6 from the series "Cutouts of the Fifty-three... 1852
Shimada, Fujieda, Okabe, and Mariko, no. 6 from the series "Cutouts of the Fifty-three Stations (Gojusan tsugi harimaze)", 1852

Chopping Knife, c. 1941. Creator: Stanley Chin
Chopping Knife, c. 1941

Silver Spoon, 1935/1942. Creator: Nicholas Zupa
Silver Spoon, 1935/1942

Fork, c. 1936. Creator: Anthony Zuccarello
Fork, c. 1936

Two Silver Sugar Spoons, c. 1936. Creator: Anthony Zuccarello
Two Silver Sugar Spoons, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Fork, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Fork, c. 1936

Silver Knife, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Knife, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, 1935/1942. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, 1935/1942

Two Silver Soup Spoons, c. 1936. Creator: Nicholas Zupa
Two Silver Soup Spoons, c. 1936

Knife and Fork Holder, c. 1937. Creator: Wellington Blewett
Knife and Fork Holder, c. 1937

Silver Salt Spoon, 1935/1942. Creator: Anthony Zuccarello
Silver Salt Spoon, 1935/1942

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1938. Creator: Kalamian Walton
Silver Spoon, c. 1938

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1938. Creator: Kalamian Walton
Silver Spoon, c. 1938

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1938. Creator: Kalamian Walton
Silver Spoon, c. 1938

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1936. Creator: Charlotte Winter
Silver Spoon, c. 1936

Silver Spoon, c. 1938. Creator: Kalamian Walton
Silver Spoon, c. 1938

Silver Spoon, c. 1938. Creator: Kalamian Walton
Silver Spoon, c. 1938

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"From Velazquez to Sheffield: A Journey Through the History of Cutlery" Step into the world and discover its fascinating history. Diego Velazquez's masterpiece, "Old Woman Cooking Eggs, " painted in 1618, showcases the importance of utensils even centuries ago. Fast forward to 1968, where Sheffield buffer girls diligently buffed forks, showcasing the craftsmanship that went into creating these essential tools for dining. In New Orleans, beignets and chicory coffee at Cafe Du Monde became famous culinary delights. Imagine savoring these delicacies while using exquisite cutlery from Mappin Brothers' Queens Works or George Wing's knife handles manufactured in Sheffield back in 1887. The Trades Unionists Sheep Shear Co-operative Society steel sheep shears advertisement from c. 1900 reminds us that cutlery extends beyond just dining; it serves various purposes across different industries. During World War II, an advertisement by the American Meat Institute emphasized the role of sharp knives in preparing meat efficiently and safely – a testament to how cutlery impacts our daily lives. Delmonicos Restaurant's bustling kitchen captured by Joseph Byron in 1902 highlights how professional chefs rely on top-quality knives for their culinary creations. A whimsical Christmas card featuring owls and foxes carrying food reminds us that even festive occasions call for well-designed utensils. Alfred (Alfie) Shrubb, a famous long-distance runner known for his endurance, surely relied on proper nutrition prepared with reliable cutlery during his training sessions. And who can forget Turkish tea? Sipping this aromatic beverage is made all the more enjoyable with beautifully crafted teapots and delicate teaspoons designed specifically for this cultural tradition. Cutlery has come a long way throughout history – evolving from simple tools to works of art. Whether it's cooking eggs like Velazquez depicted or enjoying iconic dishes like beignets and chicory coffee, the significance remains constant.