Housewifes Collection

A 1965 Housewife's dream fitted space-age kitchen, at a hones exhibition. Date: 1965

Customers at a Growers Fair Price Vegetable Market. East Grinstead, West Sussex, August 1947.Customers at a Growers Fair Price Vegetable Market. East Grinstead, West Sussex, August 1947

A patriotic cast iron frying pan with German soldier
A patriotic cast iron frying pan with a German soldier shaking the hand of a German woman in relief on the handle. Embossed around the diameter with Der Deutschen frau opfersinn

HOUSEWIFES TEA BREAK
A tired housewife in an apron sits on a chair, frowning. Is she not entitled to a tea break? Date: late 1960s

A patriotic cast iron frying pan with German soldier
A patriotic cast iron frying pan with a German soldier shaking the hand of a German woman in relief on the handle. Embossed around the diameter with Der Deutschen frau opfersinn

Mending household items 1944
Make Do and Mend. During World War Two women became very resourceful, they tackled repairs and maintenance of many clothing and household items, that today we would just throw away and replace. 1944

Mobile Department Store in Cuba
A mobile One-man Department Store arrives on a housewifes doorstep - Havana, Cuba. Date: 1910s

Australian Fisherwoman
An Australian woman pulls on the rubber wading boots, that fit right over her clothes. They take the place of the housewifes apron in a unique catch-and-cook demonstration! Date: 1940s

Housewifes Cuppa
A smart housewife takes time out to enjoy a cup of tea in a china teacup and saucer. Date: 1960s

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Step into the 1965 Housewife's dream fitted space-age kitchen and witness a world of convenience and innovation that was ahead of its time. In the midst of war, a patriotic cast iron frying pan proudly displays an emblematic German soldier, reminding us of the resilience and strength exhibited by housewives during challenging times. Amidst their busy schedules, housewives find solace in their well-deserved tea breaks - a moment to unwind and recharge before continuing with their daily tasks. Mending household items in 1944 showcases the resourcefulness and ingenuity of housewives who were determined to make things last amidst scarcity. At the Growers Fair Price Vegetable Market, customers eagerly gather to secure fresh produce at affordable prices, showcasing how housewives were skilled at stretching every penny for their families' wellbeing. An advert for National Savings Committee in 1944 highlights the commitment of housewives towards building a better future for themselves and their loved ones through prudent financial decisions. The Mobile Department Store in Cuba brings convenience right to doorsteps, catering to busy housewives who juggle multiple responsibilities while ensuring they have access to essential goods without leaving home. Even on fishing trips, Australian Fisherwomen prove that being a homemaker doesn't confine them solely within four walls. They embrace adventure while still fulfilling domestic duties with grace. A Housewife's Cuppa is more than just a hot beverage; it represents moments stolen from hectic routines – an opportunity for self-care amidst endless chores and responsibilities.