Vacuums Collection

Advert for Daisy vacuum cleaner 1912
Daisy vacuum cleaner, manual vacuum cleaner using suction to remove dirt. 1912

A Woman Vacuuming
New York, New York: 1929. Marie Bard, 22, who is the model for the 1930 Red Cross poster and US postage stamp illustrated by artist Lawrence Wilbur

Vacuuming Ornaments
A French maidservant vacuums ornaments with LE PROGRESS

Vacuuming Picture
A French maidservant vacuums a picture with LE PROGRESS

The monsters whose meat is dirt and dust (litho)
8676264 The monsters whose meat is dirt and dust (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The monsters whose meat is dirt and dust. The workings of a vacuum cleaner)

The wonder that is electricity (litho)
8676245 The wonder that is electricity (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wonder that is electricity)

Portrait of Herbert Hoover (1874-1964), future President of the United States, during his tenure as head of the U.S
7134046 Portrait of Herbert Hoover (1874-1964), future President of the United States, during his tenure as head of the U.S. Food Administration

Queen Mary's Dolls' House: The Housemaid's Closet (b/w photo)
8674087 Queen Mary's Dolls' House: The Housemaid's Closet (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Housemaid's Closet)

A sitting-room in a London flat (b/w photo)
8658812 A sitting-room in a London flat (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A sitting-room in a London flat)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670045 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advert for Frantz Premier Electric Vacuum Cleaner 1917
Advert, Frantz Premier Electric Vacuum Cleaner, from the Frantz Premier Co, Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Date: 1917

Otto von Guericke, German scientist (1602-1686) with the famous Magdeburg hemispheres (chromolitho)
724738 Otto von Guericke, German scientist (1602-1686) with the famous Magdeburg hemispheres (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Otto von Guericke)

Unidentified woman demonstrating the use of the Apex vacuum cleaner, c
1078893 Unidentified woman demonstrating the use of the Apex vacuum cleaner, c.1913-14 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Otto von Guericke (chromolitho)
667008 Otto von Guericke (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Otto von Guericke. French educational card, late 19th century.); © Look and Learn

Advert for Frantz Premier Electric Cleaner
A house-proud lady vacuums her home with the Frantz Premier Electric Cleaner. Date: 1917

Televox, The Robot
New York, New York: c. 1928. Televox, the robot invented by Roy Wensley of the Westinghouse Company, which executes commands given over the telephone, has been improved by the addition of a voice

Denis Papin and Robert Boyle, engraving
Denis Papin and Robert Boyle. Engraving of the French scientist Denis Papin (1647- 1712), and Irish chemist Robert Boyle (1627- 91), discussing their experiments using air pumps in 1675

Housewife Vacuuming
A young housewife in a pink gingham mini dress, vacuums her living room

Vacuuming Stairs
A French maidservant vacuums the stairs with LE PROGRESS

Vacuuming Armchair
A French maidservant vacuums an armchair with LE PROGRESS

Vacuuming Carpet
A French maidservant vacuums the carpet with LE PROGRESS

Frantz Electric Cleaner
A house-proud lady vacuums her home with the Frantz Premier Electric Cleaner

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"Revolutionizing Cleaning: From Daisy to Televox, the Evolution of Vacuums" Step back in time to 1912 with an advert for the Daisy vacuum cleaner. This innovative device promised a new era of cleanliness, making household chores easier than ever before. Picture a woman gracefully maneuvering the Daisy across her floors, effortlessly removing dust and debris. Intriguingly, vacuums weren't limited to just floors. Imagine delicately vacuuming ornaments, ensuring every nook and cranny was free from dirt. The convenience of this invention was undeniable; even precious decorations could be kept immaculate. Fast forward to 1917 and another breakthrough emerges - the Frantz Premier Electric Vacuum Cleaner. With its cutting-edge technology, it became a must-have appliance for households seeking efficiency and cleanliness. Advertisements boasted about its power and effectiveness in transforming homes into pristine havens. But let's not forget the brilliant minds behind these inventions. Otto von Guericke, a German scientist from centuries ago (1602-1686), made significant contributions to vacuum technology with his famous Magdeburg hemispheres experiment. His experiments laid the foundation for future advancements that we benefit from today. Returning to more recent times, witness an unidentified woman demonstrating how easy cleaning can be with the Apex vacuum cleaner – a true game-changer. Its sleek design combined with powerful suction capabilities left no doubt as to why it gained popularity among homemakers worldwide. And who could ignore Televox? The robot-like wonder that captured imaginations during its introduction years later. It revolutionized cleaning by automating tasks previously done manually – truly embodying innovation at its finest. From humble beginnings in 1912 through countless advancements over decades, they have come a long way in simplifying our lives while keeping our surroundings spotless.