A true piece of mid-century kitchen ingenuity, this vintage Foley-style pan strainer was designed to make draining hot liquids simple, safe, and efficient. Crafted from lightweight aluminum with a warm yellow wooden handle, it hooks onto pots or pans to strain grease, water, or broth with ease.
The curved, slotted design allows for controlled pouring while keeping food securely in placeāperfect for pasta, vegetables, or skillet cooking. Its soft industrial look paired with a cheerful handle makes it both functional and display-worthy.
Styled as part of the Sunnyvale Yellow Kitchen Vignette #63, this piece brings authentic 1950s utility and nostalgic charm into your kitchen story.
ā ļø Condition Note
This vintage piece shows expected wear consistent with age, including surface scratches, patina on aluminum, and light wear to the painted wooden handle. Structurally sound and fully functional. Please review photos for details.
Measurements & Weight
ā¢ Length: approx. 11 inches
ā¢ Width: approx. 4.25 inches (widest point)
ā¢ Weight: 2.6 oz
Foley Manufacturing Company was a major name in mid-century American kitchens, known for practical, affordable tools designed for everyday use. Their strainers, slicers, and gadgets became staples in homes throughout the 1940sā1960s.
Pan strainers like this were especially popular before colanders became more standardized, offering a compact, efficient alternative that attached directly to cookware. Today, they are prized for their clever design and timeless industrial aesthetic.
Creative Uses
ā¢ Drain pasta, vegetables, or potatoes
ā¢ Strain grease from skillet cooking
ā¢ Rinse produce in a retro way
ā¢ Hang as vintage kitchen wall decor
ā¢ Prop styling for farmhouse or retro kitchens
ā¢ Use in photo styling for cookbook or vignette displays
