Cooking Utensil Collection

Naval student cooks, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Naval student cooks, between c1915 and 1918. Students at a cooking range at the New York Cooking School, 126 East 59th Street. The school trained soldiers to cook for the Navy during World War I.

Our noon-day meal, between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Our noon-day meal, between 1900 and 1905

U.S.S. Oregon, berth deck cooks, between 1896 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Oregon, berth deck cooks, between 1896 and 1901

Peasant Family Singing, 1640-1677. Creator: Pieter Jacobsz. Duyfhuijsen
Peasant Family Singing, 1640-1677. Woman working while family members make music

Advanced cooking class; Saint Augustine's School; [Raleigh, North Carolina], (1923?). Creator: Unknown
Advanced cooking class; Saint Augustine's School; [Raleigh, North Carolina], (1923?)

Spice Grinder, c. 1937. Creator: Francis Law Durand
Spice Grinder, c. 1937

Horn and Mortar & Pestle, 1935. Creator: Charles Charon. Horn and Mortar & Pestle, 1935. Creator: Charles Charon
Horn and Mortar & Pestle, 1935

Silver Nutmeg Grater, c. 1936. Creator: Michael Fenga
Silver Nutmeg Grater, c. 1936

Silver Dredger, c. 1936. Creator: Michael Fenga
Silver Dredger, c. 1936

Creamer Skimmer, c. 1941. Creator: Amelia Tuccio
Creamer Skimmer, c. 1941

Taste, 1774. Creator: Jean Baptiste Le Prince
Taste, 1774

Handmade Tagine ceramic serving bowls in the souks of medina, Fes, Morocco

Brightly colored tagine bowls and plates in a ceramic shop in Fes, Morocco

Spoon, Kongo Culture, from Cabinda Region, Angola or Democratic Republic of Congo (wood & copper)
HSC193992 Spoon, Kongo Culture, from Cabinda Region, Angola or Democratic Republic of Congo (wood & copper) by African School; height:49.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Birmingham (near Detroit), Michigan, 1942. Creator: Arthurs Siegel
Birmingham (near Detroit), Michigan. Kitchen utensils hanging below a spice rack with mint, caraway, thyme, and sage jars

Camel of a Tartar Emigrant; The newly-conquered Russian Province of Dzungaria, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
Camel of a Tartar Emigrant; The newly-conquered Russian Province of Dzungaria, 1875. [Transport in Northwest China]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Wooden Dipper, c. 1938. Creator: Elmer Weise
Wooden Dipper, c. 1938

Eared Cup (Erbei) with Warming... late Western Han / early Eastern Han
Eared Cup (Erbei) with Warming Stand (Lu), late Western Han/early Eastern Han, 1st century B.C./1st century A.D

Pair of Braziers (Lu) with Eared Cups... late Western Han or early Eastern Han
Pair of Braziers (Lu) with Eared Cups (Erbei), late Western Han or early Eastern Han, 1st century B.C./1st century A.D

Skimmer, 1938. Creator: Charles Moss
Skimmer, 1938

Brass Cream Skimmer, c. 1940. Creator: Sydney Roberts
Brass Cream Skimmer, c. 1940

Kitchen Broiler, c. 1937. Creator: Edna C. Rex
Kitchen Broiler, c. 1937

Cake Batter Mixer, c. 1939. Creator: Ray Price
Cake Batter Mixer, c. 1939

Preparing Rice
circa 1930: A Malayan mother and her sons, the boy standing is pounding rice. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Pot with Legs, c. 1937. Creator: Irene Lawson
Pot with Legs, c. 1937

Butter Scoop, c. 1940. Creator: Chris Makrenos
Butter Scoop, c. 1940

Woman making tea, Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph - early photographic portrait from Japan, probably the work of the Japanese photographer Shimooka Renjo - woman making tea

Salt cellar with salt

Egg timer

Using a toothbrush to clean a grater

Club Kitchen
July 1907: The kitchens of the Union Jack Club. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Serving Soup
circa 1820: A mother serving soup to her family from a pot over the fire. Original Artwork: Engraving by Edward Caslon entitled La Soupe. (Photo by Edward Gooch/Edward Gooch/Getty Images)

Hand using cutting wheel on sheet of ravioli, close-up

Turning Chinese pancake in wok

Hazelnut pastry triangles being transferred from a baking tray onto a wire rack, using a palette knife or spatula

Hand using garlic press, close-up

Cooked blueberry muffins in tin, hand inserting skewer

Ribs cut from beef, coated in barbecue sauce, close-up

Carrot puree in food grinder and in plastic bowl, with spoon nearby, on spotted tablecloth, close-up

Shallow-fried falafel in oil, being turned with a spatula, close-up

Chicken and potato puree passed through baby food grinder and in bowl with spoon, woman in background

Blended red pepper mix being put through sieve (making red pepper ketchup)

Kitchen oven and hob unit with stainless steel kettle and steamer on top, pan shelving rack nearby

Grater

Microwave-proof plastic dishes, including saucepan, bowl with glass lid, divided plate, and a colander and plastic ladles

Turning pieces of chicken on broiler pan, using tongs, close-up

White ceramic kitchenware with glass lids

Mans hand grating potato into glass bowl, using metal grater, close-up

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"From Japan to Angola: A Journey Through Cooking Utensils" Step into the world of culinary traditions as a woman delicately prepares tea in Japan, showcasing the artistry behind cooking utensils. Traveling across continents, we discover a fascinating Spoon from the Kongo Culture in Cabinda Region, Angola or Democratic Republic of Congo. Crafted with wood and copper, it tells tales of ancient rituals and cultural heritage. Transporting ourselves to Birmingham near Detroit in 1942, we witness Arthurs Siegel's creation capturing the essence of American innovation during wartime. The kitchen becomes a hub for creativity and resourcefulness. Venturing further back in time to 1875, Armin Vambery introduces us to a Camel of a Tartar Emigrant amidst the newly-conquered Russian Province of Dzungaria. Even on long journeys, cooking utensils remain essential companions for nourishment and survival. Elmer Weise's Wooden Dipper from 1938 takes us back to simpler times when nature provided tools for everyday tasks. Its rustic charm reminds us that even humble objects can hold great significance. Exploring Chinese history, we encounter Eared Cups (Erbei) with Warming features from late Western Han/early Eastern Han period. These cups were designed not only for sipping but also keeping beverages warm – an ingenious invention centuries ago. Continuing our journey through China's past, Pair of Braziers (Lu) with Eared Cups captivate our attention. These artifacts showcase how cooking utensils evolved alongside culinary practices throughout different dynasties. Charles Moss' Skimmer from 1938 brings us back to modernity with its sleek design and functionality. It highlights how innovation continues to shape our cooking experiences today. Sydney Roberts' Brass Cream Skimmer transports us further into nostalgia as we admire its timeless beauty from around 1940 – reminding us that elegance has always been part of the culinary world. Edna C.