300 Years of Housekeeping Collectibles: An Identification and Value Guide

Linda Campbell Franklin

Krause Publications, 1992 - Crafts & Hobbies - 216 pages

This book sweeps through centuries of domestic innovation. With sections on laundering, house cleaning, closeting, bathrooms and more, you'll quickly discover what those "whatzit" gadgets were used for. Author Linda Campbell Franklin includes current values.

Contents

• Sweep Dust Vacuum Throw Out: 1
• CARPET SWEEPERS EARLY: 54
• Wash Dry Iron: 64
• MENDING CLOTH COLLECTIBLES: 133
• Collectible WASHING MACHINES: 155
• THE LAUNDRY in 1886: 164
• BIBLIOGRAPHY: 206

About the author

Franklin collects homemade and repaired kitchen items. and 20th century folk art sculpture and painting, particularly by African American artists. She is often seen at flea markets and antique shows.

Bibliographic information

• Title: 300 Years of Housekeeping Collectibles: An Identification and Value Guide; 300 Years
• Author: Linda Campbell Franklin
• Edition: 3, illustrated
• Publisher: Krause Publications, 1992
• ISBN: 0896890937, 9780896890930
• Length: 216 pages
• Subjects: Crafts & Hobbies / General