Early American 18th century cast iron hearth cauldron, used in a country kitchen for cooking. Original condition with early mold marks and bottom snap line which are found only in early period cast metals. This cauldron retains its original 4 feet on the base. The feet of most period cauldrons have either snapped off or warn down from use in the fireplace. Measures 11.25 inches high, 10.25 inches across and 16 inches to the top of the raised handle.

Artisan made wooden burl bowl with heart cut-outs crafted from a single block of burl. Marked NRL 1971 on base. Measures 17 inches long by 10.25 inches wide by 5 inches high to the top of the handles.

Early American hand wrought steel spatula stamped F. A., 18th century. Stamped kitchen tools of this period are quite rare. Length 19.5 inches.

18th century American brass and iron strainer. Note the blacksmith's hand-forged connection on the handle, the hand-cut star motif of the strainer bowl, the large brass rivets and the rolled edge. Excellent condition. Length is 19.5 inches.

19th century English barrel salt box. Pine, fruitwood and mahogany, circa 1830-1850. Measures 11.5 inches high to the back, 7 inches high to the lid, and 6 inches wide. Very good original condition. Clover cut-out for good luck (or for wall hanging).