Formats Collection

Page from 'Utility and Art', c.1900 (engraving)
2972961 Page from 'Utility and Art', c.1900 (engraving) by English School, (20th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: 'Useful Artistic Furniture')

Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (engraving)
2972959 Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (engraving) by English School, (20th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (coloured engraving)
2972958 Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (coloured engraving) by English School, (20th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (coloured engraving)
2972960 Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (coloured engraving) by English School, (20th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (colour litho)
3084443 Page from 'Useful Artistic Furniture', c.1900 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); 23.8x35 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Smoking cap, c. 1880 (embroidered velvet lined with machine-quilted silk)
3084444 Smoking cap, c.1880 (embroidered velvet lined with machine-quilted silk) by English School, (19th century); 6.5x19 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Pages from a sample book, 1890-1895 (textile & paper)
2972989 Pages from a sample book, 1890-1895 (textile & paper) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Page from William Tarn and Co.s Illustrated Catalogue: with prices of furniture
2972977 Page from William Tarn and Co.s Illustrated Catalogue: with prices of furniture, bedding c.1890-1900 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Cabinet on stand, 1652 (ebony, fruitwood & ivory)
2972964 Cabinet on stand, 1652 (ebony, fruitwood & ivory) by French School, (17th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Fire screens, 1840-50 (rosewood)
2972931 Fire screens, 1840-50 (rosewood) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Fan, 1890-1950 (wood & cotton)
2972925 Fan, 1890-1950 (wood & cotton) by Japanese School; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; Japanese, out of copyright

Fan, reverse, c. 1890-c. 1950 (cotton)
2972924 Fan, reverse, c.1890-c.1950 (cotton) by Japanese School; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; Japanese, out of copyright

Plant stand, c. 1880-1910 (wire)
2972923 Plant stand, c.1880-1910 (wire) by English School; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Pages from Brays Designs for Cottages and Villas, c
2972922 Pages from Brays Designs for Cottages and Villas, c.1825 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Work box, c. 1830 (varnished and transfer-printed horse chestnut
3084509 Work box, c.1830 (varnished and transfer-printed horse chestnut, lined with paper and manila paper, with pressed metal attachments) by English School

Tea caddy, c. 1860 (carved and incised wooden caddy with zinc
3084508 Tea caddy, c.1860 (carved and incised wooden caddy with zinc and velvet lined compartments and containing a cut glass bowl) by English School

Pole screen, c. 1740 (mahogany, softwood & needlework)
3084503 Pole screen, c.1740 (mahogany, softwood & needlework) by English School, (18th century); 104x63.5x51 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Tea bowl, 1775-99 (porcelain)
3084484 Tea bowl, 1775-99 (porcelain) by English School, (18th century); 5.1x8.7 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Tea bowl made from porcelain)

Side chair, c. 1685 (beech & upholstery)
3084421 Side chair, c.1685 (beech & upholstery) by English School, (17th century); 103.5x52x42.5 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Toy building bricks, 1860-1900 (wooden blocks covered with transfer printed paper)
3084419 Toy building bricks, 1860-1900 (wooden blocks covered with transfer printed paper) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Cushion cover, 1850-80 (Berlin woolwork)
3084417 Cushion cover, 1850-80 (Berlin woolwork) by English School, (19th century); 46.5x46.5 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Ink stand (metal)
3084415 Ink stand (metal) by English School; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Page from William Tarn and Co.s Illustrated Catalogue: with prices of furniture
3084400 Page from William Tarn and Co.s Illustrated Catalogue: with prices of furniture, bedding, &c, c.1890-1900 (litho) by English School, (19th century); 25x32 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home

Sugar tongs, 1730-39 (silver)
3084390 Sugar tongs, 1730-39 (silver) by Drake, Joseph (fl.1730-39); 11.7x4.8 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: A pair of scissor-action tongs)

Sideboard, detail, c. 1880 (walnut) (see also 2972953)
3084386 Sideboard, detail, c.1880 (walnut) (see also 2972953) by Day, Lewis Foreman (1845-1910); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Standard lamp, 1897 (brass & fabric)
2973558 Standard lamp, 1897 (brass & fabric) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; out of copyright

Hat pin, 1850-1900 (gilt metal wire)
2973002 Hat pin, 1850-1900 (gilt metal wire) by Turkish School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info)

Variety teapot and lid, 1876 (porcelain)
2972993 Variety teapot and lid, 1876 (porcelain) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Gasolier, detail, c. 1845 (bronzed & gilt brass)
2972983 Gasolier, detail, c.1845 (bronzed & gilt brass) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

The X. mas Academics / A Combination Game at Whist, 1773 (engraving)
2972974 The X.mas Academics / A Combination Game at Whist, 1773 (engraving) by Bunbury, Henry William (1750-1811) (after); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Screen, 1885-90 (walnut)
2972971 Screen, 1885-90 (walnut) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Side chair, c. 1815-20 (rosewood)
2972969 Side chair, c.1815-20 (rosewood) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: One of a set of three chairs in imitation rosewood)

Money box, c. 1860 (walnut)
2972954 Money box, c.1860 (walnut) by Italian School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Money box, made from walnut and decorated with marquetry and parquetry)

Sideboard, c. 1880 (walnut) (see also 3084386)
2972953 Sideboard, c.1880 (walnut) (see also 3084386) by Day, Lewis Foreman (1845-1910); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Cropped page from a wallpaper sample book, 1885-90 (colour litho)
2972952 Cropped page from a wallpaper sample book, 1885-90 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Oil lamp, 1885 (brass, glazed earthenware & glass)
2972951 Oil lamp, 1885 (brass, glazed earthenware & glass) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

The Distrest Poet, 1741 (etching)
2972950 The Distrest Poet, 1741 (etching) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info)

Japanned table, detail, c. 1830-40 (beech)
2972947 Japanned table, detail, c.1830-40 (beech) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Reading, games and needlework table, c. 1815 (mahogany & rosewood)
2972946 Reading, games and needlework table, c.1815 (mahogany & rosewood) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Sofa, c. 1830 (mahogany & silk)
2972944 Sofa, c.1830 (mahogany & silk) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Sofa with a mahogany frame on reeded sabre legs with brass paw caps)

Windermere / Annie Scott - Gadringal - EK. c. 1850 (w / c on paper)
2972937 Windermere/Annie Scott - Gadringal - EK. c.1850 (w/c on paper) by Kinder, Emma (fl.c.1845); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Folding mirror, c. 1876 (wood)
2972935 Folding mirror, c.1876 (wood) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Rocking chair, c. 1775-1825 (wood)
2972934 Rocking chair, c.1775-1825 (wood) by English School; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Royal Daylight Oil advertising leaflet, back and front covers
2972926 Royal Daylight Oil advertising leaflet, back and front covers, 1890-1900 (litho) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English

Vases, 1870-1910 (glass)
3084505 Vases, 1870-1910 (glass) by English School; height: 17.5 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info)

Sofa, c. 1830 (mahogany & damask)
3084500 Sofa, c.1830 (mahogany & damask) by English School, (19th century); 94x196.5x53.2 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: A mahogany sofa upholstered in modern red damask)

194 Vase, 1890-96 (earthenware)
3084492 194 Vase, 1890-96 (earthenware) by English School, (19th century); height: 24.3 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Coffee cup and saucer, c. 1780 (porcelain)
3084488 Coffee cup and saucer, c.1780 (porcelain) by English School, (18th century); 6.7x9.2 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Coffee cup made from porcelain)

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"Exploring the Diverse Formats of Historical Artifacts" Step back in time and discover the intricate details of various formats that have shaped our history. From a smoking cap, dating back to c. 1880, adorned with embroidered velvet and lined with machine-quilted silk, to pages from a sample book from 1890-1895 showcasing an array of textiles and papers. Immerse yourself in the world of furniture as you peruse through William Tarn and Co. 's Illustrated Catalogue, featuring exquisite pieces accompanied by their prices. Marvel at a stunning cabinet on stand crafted in 1652 using ebony, fruitwood, and ivory - a true testament to craftsmanship. Travel forward in time to admire fire screens made from rosewood during the mid-19th century. These elegant pieces not only served their practical purpose but also added beauty to any fireplace setting. Witness the delicate artistry behind fans made between 1890-1950; some created using wood and cotton while others featured intricate reverse designs on cotton fabric. These handheld accessories were both fashionable adornments and functional tools for keeping cool. Explore unique yet functional items such as plant stands made from wire during c. 1880-1910 or work boxes varnished with transfer-printed horse chestnut dating back to c. 1830. Delve into tea culture with a carved wooden tea caddy from around 1860 embellished with incised patterns alongside zinc accents - a perfect blend of aesthetics and functionality. Lastly, marvel at an exquisite pole screen crafted in mahogany during c. 1740 featuring softwood elements intricately adorned with needlework - an ornate piece that adds elegance to any room it graces. These diverse formats offer glimpses into different eras, showcasing the creativity, skillfulness, and attention to detail prevalent throughout history's artistic endeavors.