Tag Archives: Storeroom Stories
Storeroom Stories: Anna Hayward Taylor’s Batik
By Brittany Boyd & Kate Lesser Anna Heyward Taylor (1879-1956) was an American artist native to Columbia, South Carolina. Raised by an affluent family with origins in the cotton industry, Taylor was an avid traveler and learner of all things related to art. Taylor’s work widely ranges in terms of medium and subject matter. Her work […]
Storeroom Stories: Barbie Ten Speeder, ca. 1970
By Shelby Konold The toy company, Mattell Inc., took the world by storm with their introduction of the Barbie doll in March of 1959. Barbie was quite unique at the time, breaking out of the cultural norm into a world of endless possibilities. With various jobs ranging from airline stewardess to astronaut, she has empowered […]
Storeroom Stories: More than just a Collectible
By Madison Young More than just another collection, Depression glass provides a hobby rich with history. During the Great Depression, Depression glass was often used as giveaways to persuade customers to purchase goods. This glass was often found anywhere from inside oatmeal boxes, detergent boxes, soapboxes, and more. Sometimes gas stations or movie theaters would […]
Storeroom Stories: General Electric D-12 Toaster
By James Alan Pool & Juliette Hotard The General Electric D-12 Toaster, patented in 1908, became one of the first successful electric toasters in the United States. Through the innovation of electricity and “Ni Chrome” heating technology, the D-12 Toaster paved the way for modern cooking appliances. Given the nickname the “radiant” toaster, advertisements labeled […]
Storeroom Stories: Design and Conflict: Yuan Tea Cup and Saucer
By Abigael Appleton Designed by Frederick Alfred Rhead, who was a descendent of generations of potters and the father of Charlotte Rhead, for the company Wood & Sons, The Yuan Cup and Saucer was considered to be the company’s most successful design and was available on many other types of dishware aside from just tea […]
Storeroom Stories: Wilkinson Sword Razor Co., 7-day Empire Shaving Kit
By Meagan Pickens One item in the Charleston Museum’s storeroom that will give facial hair enthusiasts and lovers of quality material usage some satisfaction is the Wilkinson Sword Razor 7-day Empire Shaving Kit. While it may not seem like much, this shaving kit says a lot about the evolution of shaving history and the way […]
Storeroom Stories: Wilkinson Empire 7-Day Razor Set, 1936-1952
By LaQuesha Harris Wilkinson Sword Company originally manufactured swords in England for 100 years until 1898 they diversified into various innovative razors. One of the most successful brands was the Empire Razor Set series, which was introduced in 1930. The Empire Series featured the self-stropping. Each of these blades featured the familiar crossed swords logo. […]
Storeroom Stories: Bendix Model 526MB
By Nicholas Wiseman This is not just any ordinary radio; this is the Bendix Model 526MB table radio meant for the modern consumer. This model was made after World War II had ended and all the GIs were making great use of the many benefits offered to the veterans. From buying a house in the […]
Storeroom Stories: Plymouth Gin Bottle
By Alexis Drapanas & Grace Tapert The Coates & Cos Plymouth Gin glass bottle was donated to the Charleston Museum for its Material Culture Collection by Dr. F.G. Cain on December 3, 1970. Plymouth Gin was established by Coates & Cos in 1793 at Black Friars Distillery in Plymouth, England and quickly rose to success […]
Storeroom Stories: Rainbow Hawkeye No. 2A Folding Model B