Masher Collection

A New Hat Now! by James Rolmaz
Promotional music sheet for A New Hat Now! by James Rolmaz, sung with the greatest possible success by J C Heffron, circa 1890

Masher, c. 1940. Creator: Nicholas Amantea
Masher, c. 1940

Chas Lauri and Amy Ewins, The Monkey and the Maiden
Chas Lauri and Amy Ewins as The Monkey and the Maiden Date: 1890s

Ninety in the Shade (engraving)
1616520 Ninety in the Shade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ninety in the Shade)

En Route to Bechuanaland (engraving)
1590985 En Route to Bechuanaland (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: En Route to Bechuanaland, Sketches on Board the Pembroke Castle)

Every One His Own Pantomime (engraving)
1107383 Every One His Own Pantomime (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Every One His Own Pantomime)

National Show of Sporting and other Dogs at Birmingham (engraving)
1046328 National Show of Sporting and other Dogs at Birmingham (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Seven Ages of Horsemanship (engraving)
1041256 The Seven Ages of Horsemanship (engraving) by Giles, Godfrey Douglas (1857-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Seven Ages of Horsemanship)

Frosty Sketches Out of Season (engraving)
1624278 Frosty Sketches Out of Season (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frosty Sketches Out of Season)

Les Affaires de Coeur of a Young Man of the Period (chromolitho)
1062563 Les Affaires de Coeur of a Young Man of the Period (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Affaires de Coeur of a Young Man of the Period)

A Days Holiday at a Himalayan Hill-Station (engraving)
1061917 A Days Holiday at a Himalayan Hill-Station (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Days Holiday at a Himalayan Hill-Station)

Potato Masher, c. 1940. Creator: Clarence W Dawson
Potato Masher, c. 1940

Potato Masher, c. 1937. Creator: Marie Alain
Potato Masher, c. 1937

A woman mashing potatoes to feed the poor in Liverpool, "Labour
A woman mashing potatoes to feed the poor in Liverpool, " Labours municipal achievements" Liverpool is very proud of its free meals for the poor

Masher, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Masher, 1935/1942

Potato masher and fruit press 1888
Useful kitchen utensil for potato masher and fruit pressing. Date: 1888

Page of Victorian adverts for household items 1888
Selection page of Victorian household hardware items for everyday use. 1888

CARTOON: UNCLE SAM, 1898. Uncle Sam develops into a gay old masher. Cartoon comment from an American newspaper, 1898, on the Spanish-American War and American imperial designs

Charles Godfrey, music hall singer
CHARLES GODFREY (1851-1900), music hall singer, seen here performing as The Masher King

Victorian Scrap -- Masher. late 19th century

A MALAY MASHER, engraving 1890

WORLD WAR I: CARTOON, 1914. The mashers. The Allied and Central Powers attempt to woo Italy to their respective sides. American cartoon, 1914, by Boardman Robinson

A MALAY MASHER, engraving 1890

Mashed Potato

Selection of kitchen utensils

Baby food grinder, masher and bowl, and microwave steamer with valve in the lid

Baby food of carrot puree in bowl with masher and sweet potato and spinach puree coconut

Mr. August Belmonts Potomac Hamilton up and Masher Bergen up: by St. Blaise, dam Susquehanna by Lexington by the ill used. dam Magnetism by Kingfisher. Date c1891

A selection of mincers, mashers and marmalade cutters

Pressing Grapes by Hand
In Bordeaux, France at this time they crushed grapes by hand using a long handled tool with 3 spokes (possibly like a potato masher) to extract the juice

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Masher: A Timeless Fashion Icon and a Tale of Unexpected Adventures" In the whimsical world of fashion, one can never underestimate the power of a new hat. As James Rolmaz eloquently put it in his book "A New Hat Now. ", a simple change in headwear can transform an ordinary individual into a true masher - someone who effortlessly exudes style and charm. Imagine this scene: you find yourself strolling through a picturesque park on a sunny day, admiring the vibrant colors around you. Suddenly, your eyes catch sight of an inviting bench beckoning you to take a seat. Unbeknownst to you, it had just been freshly painted. The perils of sitting on that bench left an indelible mark on your trousers, but little did you know that it would also mark the beginning of your extraordinary journey as a masher. As fate would have it, while nursing your paint-stained pride, destiny intervened with an unexpected encounter. Flipping through the pages of Victorian adverts for household items from 1888 at your local bookstore, something caught your eye - Nicholas Amantea's captivating artwork titled "Masher". This striking image captured not only the essence of dapper fashion but also hinted at thrilling escapades awaiting those who dare embrace their inner masher. Inspired by Amantea's creation and fueled by curiosity, you embarked on an adventure alongside Chas Lauri and Amy Ewins in their enthralling performance called "The Monkey and the Maiden". Little did they know that they were about to meet their most enthusiastic fan yet – none other than our newly minted masher. From thereon out, life became like engravings springing to life before your very eyes. You found yourself amidst exhilarating scenes such as "Ninety in the Shade", where daring individuals sought respite from scorching heatwaves.