“Ned the dog” trivet
Antique version: Cast iron, 9 1/8″ x 4 1/2″ x 7/8″ with three feet This unique and handsome trivet features leaves and branches, the silhouette of a hunting dog and … Continue reading
Hutchins Clamp Iron-Stand
This adjustable sad iron stand would have attached to an ironing board or table top, providing a convenient place to rest a hot iron. In the center are the letters CKH … Continue reading
The Six In One trivet
In the early 1900s, for 20¢ a housewife could own this tool manufactured by the Park Novelty Company of Baltimore, Maryland. It was advertised as useful for “a hundred different purposes” … Continue reading
Rub While The Iron Is Hot
Nickel plated cast iron stand, original finish, 9 1/2 x 4 3/8″ w/three 1” legs. This antique Scottish design is one of my favorites! Its spade shape would have accommodated … Continue reading
Caring for brass, bronze and copper trivets
Different metals require different care. In this blog post I’ll be sharing suggestions for caring for BRASS, BRONZE and COPPER-PLATED trivets. DISCLAIMER The following information is offered from my personal … Continue reading
Caring for cast iron trivets
Different metals require different care. In this blog post I’ll be sharing my methods for cleaning, polishing and seasoning CAST IRON trivets. Most everything you’ll need can be found at … Continue reading
The Muster geschutzt stand and Feldmeyer fuel iron
This beautifully designed cast iron German sadiron stand/trivet features a benevolent sun. It’s in near mint condition with its original nickel plating. A trivet of this type would have supported … Continue reading
Merry Christmas 1888 horseshoe plaque trivet
What are horseshoe plaque trivets? Since they don’t have legs they’re not trivets in the traditional sense; but they’re fine castings with an interesting history. Predominantly made of cast iron, they … Continue reading
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