Domestic Object Collection

Mirror case (valve de miroir) (ivory)
5903256 Mirror case (valve de miroir) (ivory) by French School, (14th century); 12.2x12x1.2 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Mirror case (valve de miroir) (ivory)
5903255 Mirror case (valve de miroir) (ivory) by French School, (14th century); 12.2x12x1.2 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Mirror case (valve de miroir) (ivory)
5903254 Mirror case (valve de miroir) (ivory) by French School, (14th century); 12.2x12x1.2 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic)
6320108 Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic) by English School; height: 16.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Six-handled posset pot cover incorporating lidded bowl at centre)

Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic)
6320107 Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic) by English School; height: 16.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Six-handled posset pot cover incorporating lidded bowl at centre)

Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic)
6320110 Posset pot cover, 1675-1725 (ceramic) by English School; height: 16.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Six-handled posset pot cover incorporating lidded bowl at centre)

Candle-snuffer stand with snuffer and extinguisher, 1688-89 (silver)
3620056 Candle-snuffer stand with snuffer and extinguisher, 1688-89 (silver) by Bird, Joseph (fl.c.1685-d.1735); height: 19 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Carved mirror case cover, Paris, c. 1310-20 (ivory) (see also 1199683)
1199684 Carved mirror case cover, Paris, c.1310-20 (ivory) (see also 1199683) by French School, (14th century); 10x9.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Two plate-buckets, each with arched carrying handle (brass & mahogany)
955207 Two plate-buckets, each with arched carrying handle (brass & mahogany) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: One with ribbed body, early 19th century, probably Irish)

Mirror Case with a Falconing Party, 1330-60 (ivory)
5903244 Mirror Case with a Falconing Party, 1330-60 (ivory) by French School, (14th century); 9.5x9.5x1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

Mirror, 101 AD-200 AD (reflective disk: bronze; repousse disk: brass)
5861417 Mirror, 101 ADA-200 AD (reflective disk: bronze; repoussedisk: brass) by Roman, (2nd century AD); diam: 11.8 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Inkstand in form of a Crab, c. 1560 (bronze)
1217559 Inkstand in form of a Crab, c. 1560 (bronze) by Italian School, (16th century); 15.5x12.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Rizzio)

Bell beaker from a grave at Radley, Barrow Hills, c. 2500-2150 BC (clay) (see also 3073366
3073366 Bell beaker from a grave at Radley, Barrow Hills, c.2500-2150 BC (clay) (see also 3073366) by Early Bronze Age, (c.3300-2000 BC); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Bell beaker from a grave at Radley, Barrow Hills, c. 2500-2150 BC (clay) (see also 3073366
AMQ132803 Bell beaker from a grave at Radley, Barrow Hills, c.2500-2150 BC (clay) (see also 3073366) by Early Bronze Age, (c.3300-2000 BC); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

A rare Commonwealth spit plate, 1656 (brass)
6343969 A rare Commonwealth spit plate, 1656 (brass) by English School, (17th century); height: 28 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Lobed Mirror with Heaven and Earth between the Paired Phoenixes
XOS5882233 Lobed Mirror with Heaven and Earth between the Paired Phoenixes, mid to late 700s (bronze) by Chinese School, Tang Dynasty (618-907); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: China)

Mirror with Engraved Scene, c. 325-300 BC (bronze)
XOS5864857 Mirror with Engraved Scene, c.325-300 BC (bronze) by Etruscan, (4th century BC); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Italy, Etruscan, probably Praenestine)

Mirror Case, 1350-75 (ivory)
5903245 Mirror Case, 1350-75 (ivory) by French School, (14th century); 11.1x10.4x1.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

Tea canister (enamel)
WAG421347 Tea canister (enamel) by English School; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; eWolverhampton Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Tea kettle, c. 1880 (silver & copper)
703375 Tea kettle, c.1880 (silver & copper) by Tiffany & Company; height: 18.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Vase support used as a perfume burner, Chasseen Culture, 3000-2500 BC (pottery)
XIR242423 Vase support used as a perfume burner, Chasseen Culture, 3000-2500 BC (pottery) by Neolithic; Musee des Antiquites Nationales, St. Germain-en-Laye, France; out of copyright

Oval patch box with white porcelain lid (enamel)
WAG421346 Oval patch box with white porcelain lid (enamel) by English School; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; (add.info)

Hand Mirror, 470 BC - 450 BC (bronze)
5861390 Hand Mirror, 470 BC - 450 BC (bronze) by Etruscan, (5th century BC); 16.8A--15.1A--0.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Mirror, 300-100 BC (bronze)
XOS5887201 Mirror, 300-100 BC (bronze) by Etruscan; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Italy, Etruscan, 3rd-2nd Century BC); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; out of copyright

Inkstand in form of a Crab, c. 1560 (bronze)
1217560 Inkstand in form of a Crab, c. 1560 (bronze) by Italian School, (16th century); 15.5x12.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Rizzio)

Carved mirror case cover, Paris, c. 1310-20 (ivory) (see also 1199684)
1199683 Carved mirror case cover, Paris, c.1310-20 (ivory) (see also 1199684) by French School, (14th century); 10x9.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Kettle, 1883 (copper, silver & wood)
703372 Kettle, 1883 (copper, silver & wood) by American School, (19th century); height: 19 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Marked Gorham Mfg. Co)

Jug, from Khorasan, Iran, 1218 (copper)
XIR198437 Jug, from Khorasan, Iran, 1218 (copper) by Islamic School, (13th century); Louvre, Paris, France; out of copyright

Green household products, artwork F005 / 0411
Green household products, computer artwork

Intelligent label chips, artwork F005 / 0410
Intelligent label chips on packaging, computer artwork

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"Captivating Domestic Objects: A Glimpse into the Past" Mirror case (valve de miroir) in elegant ivory, reflecting timeless beauty. Delicate ceramic Posset pot cover from 1675-1725, preserving history with its intricate design. Step back in time with a candle-snuffer stand and extinguisher made of exquisite silver in 1688-89. Admire the craftsmanship of a carved mirror case cover from Paris, dating back to c. 1310-20, crafted delicately from ivory. Two plate-buckets adorned with brass and mahogany handles, showcasing practicality and style combined. Immerse yourself in a falconing party through an enchanting mirror case from 1330-60, capturing moments frozen in time. These domestic objects offer glimpses into different eras and cultures – each telling its own unique story through their materials, designs, and historical significance. From the opulence of ivory mirror cases to the functionality of ceramic posset pot covers, these artifacts transport us to bygone times where elegance met utility. The mirror cases' valve de miroir feature not only served as protection but also added sophistication to any vanity or dressing table it graced. Meanwhile, ceramic posset pot covers offered both decorative appeal and practical use for serving warm beverages during social gatherings. The candle-snuffer stand with snuffer and extinguisher showcases the attention given to even mundane tasks like extinguishing candles while adding an element of luxury with its silver construction. A true marvel is found within the intricately carved mirror case cover originating from Paris centuries ago – a testament to masterful artistry that has stood the test of time. Plate-buckets featuring arched carrying handles made from brass & mahogany exemplify functional yet stylish storage solutions for dining areas or kitchens throughout history.