Toy stove

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Dr.
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 26041-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Restrictions:

The item is available for research.

Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Toy stove, c.1910s, Artifact-009, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
2.7 Cubic Feet 1 box
Language:
This item has no language or script-based material.
Abstract:
This item is a c.1910s children's toy stove. When used, this stove would have been fueled by kerosene. This stove is missing some parts and has some damage, but it includes the stove, two pots (one with a lid), a kettle, a small baking pan, several kerosene burners, and handles from missing pots. The stove is missing the chimney, a few handles on stove doors, and likely several small pots and a larger vessel with a spout for heating water.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Toy stove, c.1910s, Artifact-009, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This item is a c.1910s children's toy stove. When used, this stove would have been fueled by kerosene. This stove is missing some parts and has some damage, but it includes the stove, two pots (one with a lid), a kettle, a small baking pan, several kerosene burners, and handles from missing pots. The stove is missing the chimney, a few handles on stove doors, and likely several small pots and a larger vessel with a spout for heating water.

Acquisition information:
This item was purchased by Special Collections and University Archives in 2023.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Toy Stove was completed in 2023.

Indexed terms

Subjects:
History of Food and Drink