Labour Saving Collection

Early Washing Machine
circa 1860: An early labour-saving machine for clothes washing, comprising a water barrel, water boiler, agitator and mangle. (Photo by Chaloner Woods/Getty Images)

Fowler's double-furrow plough with single lever
6266195 Fowler's double-furrow plough with single lever; (add.info.: Fowler's double-furrow plough with single lever)

East Lothian grain drill machine
6266196 East Lothian grain drill machine; (add.info.: East Lothian grain drill machine. From The Book of the Farm by Scottish farmer and agriculturalist Henry Stephens, 1795-1874)

Richmond and Chandler's straw and hay cutter
6266193 Richmond and Chandler's straw and hay cutter; (add.info.: Richmond and Chandler's straw and hay cutter. From The Book of the Farm by Scottish farmer)

Carpet sweeper or Bissell wrongly identified. Introduced from United States c1887. Engraving
530637 Carpet sweeper or Bissell wrongly identified. Introduced from United States c1887. Engraving; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Garrett's portable combined thrashing-machine
6266194 Garrett's portable combined thrashing-machine; (add.info.: Garrett's portable combined thrashing-machine in perspective)

Samuelson's Gardener's cylindrical turnip-slicer
6266191 Samuelson's Gardener's cylindrical turnip-slicer; (add.info.: Samuelson's Gardener's cylindrical turnip-slicer)

Carpet sweeper or Bissell, introduced from the United States c1887. Engraving
530636 Carpet sweeper or Bissell, introduced from the United States c1887. Engraving; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Carpet sweeper or Bissell, newly introduced from the United States. Engraving, London, 1887
530630 Carpet sweeper or Bissell, newly introduced from the United States. Engraving, London, 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Australian Gas Light Company Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for The Australian Gas Light Company, the image shows a woman doing household chores in an all-gas home

No maid, no matter! 1943
No maid, no matter! Serious comic strip showing labour-saving of a housewife who does all her own work, 1943. Date: 1943

Two smart hand luggage cases that can be converted into car roof luggage in seconds have been made by a firm in Rainham, Essex

A dispatch case that unzips to fit over a car steering wheel converting it into a solid writing desk is a must for travelling business executives

East Lothian grain drill machine. From The Book of the Farm by Scottish farmer and agriculturalist Henry Stephens, 1795 - 1874, first published in the 1840 s

Garretts portable combined thrashing-machine in perspective. From The Book of the Farm by Scottish farmer and agriculturalist Henry Stephens, 1795 - 1874, first published in the 1840 s

Richmond and Chandlers straw and hay cutter. From The Book of the Farm by Scottish farmer and agriculturalist Henry Stephens, 1795 - 1874, first published in the 1840 s

Samuelsons Gardeners cylindrical turnip-slicer. From The Book of the Farm by Scottish farmer and agriculturalist Henry Stephens, 1795 - 1874, first published in the 1840 s

Fowlers double-furrow plough with single lever. From The Book of the Farm by Henry Stephens published in the 1840 s

Carpet sweeper or Bissell, introduced from the United States c1887. Engraving

Household utensils: Bread slicer: Coffee roaster: Bissell carpet sweeper: Mangle: Knife sharpener: Spice box. From Mrs Beeton " Household Management", 1906. Chromolithograph

Carpet sweeper or Bissell wrongly identified. Introduced from United States c1887. Engraving

Carpet sweeper or Bissell, newly introduced from the United States. Engraving, London, 1887

Clean utensils in a dishwasher
Clean utensils. Crockery and cutlery stacked in a dishwasher after being washed

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"Labour Saving: Revolutionizing Household Chores and Farming Practices" In the early 20th century, as technology advanced, a wave of labour-saving inventions emerged to simplify daily tasks. The introduction of the washing machine brought relief to countless households burdened with hand-washing clothes. An Australian Gas Light Company advertisement proudly showcased this marvel, promising effortless cleanliness. During World War II, when maids were scarce due to their involvement in war efforts, a clever slogan emerged - "No maid, no matter. " This phrase reassured homemakers that they could manage their homes efficiently without domestic help. Travelers rejoiced at the invention of two smart hand luggage cases that seamlessly transformed into car roof luggage within seconds. Gone were the days of struggling with bulky suitcases during road trips. Another ingenious creation was the dispatch case that unzipped to fit over a car steering wheel, instantly converting it into a solid surface for writing or working on-the-go. This innovation allowed professionals to maximize productivity even while traveling. Farmers also benefited from labour-saving devices such as East Lothian grain drill machines and Garretts portable combined thrashing-machines. These advancements revolutionized agricultural practices by increasing efficiency and reducing manual labor. The Richmond and Chandlers straw and hay cutter provided farmers with an efficient way to process animal feed quickly. Samuelsons Gardeners cylindrical turnip-slicer simplified vegetable preparation for garden enthusiasts across the country. Henry Stephens' book "The Book of the Farm" became a valuable resource for farmers seeking ways to streamline their operations. It featured illustrations showcasing various labour-saving tools like Fowlers double-furrow plough with single lever – an innovation that reduced physical strain on farmers while tilling fields. Even within households, labour-saving gadgets made life easier. The carpet sweeper or Bissell eliminated the need for time-consuming manual sweeping while ensuring clean floors effortlessly. Various household utensils also underwent transformations designed specifically to save time and effort.