Kitchen Cabinet, 1915-1930
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Early 20th century scientific management theories -- efficient, convenient, orderly work processes -- even influenced the home. This "Hoosier" style cabinet helped housewives organize food preparation. Baking supplies and kitchen utensils could be stored inside. The white enameled porcelain surface offered a convenient, sanitary workspace to mix ingredients or cut up food -- and then could easily be wiped clean.
Early 20th century scientific management theories -- efficient, convenient, orderly work processes -- even influenced the home. This "Hoosier" style cabinet helped housewives organize food preparation. Baking supplies and kitchen utensils could be stored inside. The white enameled porcelain surface offered a convenient, sanitary workspace to mix ingredients or cut up food -- and then could easily be wiped clean.
Artifact
Kitchen cabinet
Date Made
1915-1930
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Home Arts
Object ID
78.49.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Steel (Alloy)
Glass (Material)
Enamel (Fused coating)
Porcelain (Material)
Color
Cream (Color)
Green
Dimensions
Height: 69.5 in
Width: 40 in
Length: 23 in
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