Processes And Functions 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')

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

Back cover of Catalogue of Materials for House Painting and Glazing, c
3084472 Back cover of Catalogue of Materials for House Painting and Glazing, c.1893 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); 23.8x18.5 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Carpet bowls, 1850-1900 (glazed ceramic)
3084422 Carpet bowls, 1850-1900 (glazed ceramic) by English School, (19th century); each circumference: 7 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Playing cards, 1789-1801 (card)
2972986 Playing cards, 1789-1801 (card) by English School; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Set of fifty-two playing cards with plain backs)

Guilbaud Cabinet, 1693-1712 (walnut)
2972975 Guilbaud Cabinet, 1693-1712 (walnut) by English School, (17th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund)

AT HOME in the NURSERY, or The Masters and misses two shoes Christmas Party
2972943 AT HOME in the NURSERY, or The Masters and misses two shoes Christmas Party, 1835 (coloured etching) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Toy (turned and painted wood with painted string)
3084476 Toy (turned and painted wood with painted string) by English School, (19th century); length: 15.5 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

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"Exploring the Intricate Processes and Functions of Historical Artifacts" Step into the past with a smoking cap from c. 1880, exquisitely crafted with embroidered velvet lined with machine-quilted silk. This artifact not only showcases the skillful needlework techniques employed during that era but also highlights the meticulous processes involved in creating such a luxurious accessory. Another fascinating item is the pole screen dating back to c. 1740, made from mahogany, softwood, and adorned with delicate needlework. Its purpose was to shield individuals from direct heat while adding an element of elegance to their surroundings. The intricate craftsmanship required for both its wooden frame and decorative embroidery exemplifies the fusion of various functions within this single object. Toy building bricks from 1860-1900 provide insight into educational processes employed during childhood development. These wooden blocks covered with transfer printed paper allowed children to engage in imaginative play while simultaneously enhancing their cognitive abilities through spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills. Intriguingly, "The X. mas Academics / A Combination Game at Whist, " an engraving created in 1773, demonstrates how games served as socializing tools while stimulating intellectual processes among participants. This artwork captures a moment where entertainment blends seamlessly with mental stimulation. "The Distrest Poet, " an etching produced in 1741, reveals another facet of artistic expression by showcasing emotional turmoil through visual storytelling methods. The creative process behind this print allows us to appreciate how artists channel their emotions onto paper using different techniques. A reading table combined with games and needlework materials from around 1815 reflects domestic activities prevalent during that time period. Made of mahogany and rosewood, this multifunctional piece demonstrates how households incorporated leisurely pursuits alongside more practical endeavors like reading or sewing. Advertising leaflets such as "Royal Daylight Oil" offer insights into marketing strategies used throughout history—an intriguing glimpse into promotional processes utilized centuries ago.