Everlast "Forged Birds and Urns" Tray Table, 1947-1960
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In 1932, Louis Schnitzer and Nathan Gelfman formed Everlast Metal Products Corporation, producing high-quality, hand-forged aluminum giftware. In an era of growing uniformity via factory production, the "made by hand" aspect of these products held an aesthetic appeal for consumers. In 1933, Everlast introduced its first product line, "Forged Giftware" featuring Colonial Revival inspired designs.
In 1932, Louis Schnitzer and Nathan Gelfman formed Everlast Metal Products Corporation, producing high-quality, hand-forged aluminum giftware. In an era of growing uniformity via factory production, the "made by hand" aspect of these products held an aesthetic appeal for consumers. In 1933, Everlast introduced its first product line, "Forged Giftware" featuring Colonial Revival inspired designs.
Artifact
Tray
Date Made
1947-1960
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Collections Platform
Object ID
2005.121.207
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Constance & James Levi.
Material
Aluminum (Metal)
Rubber (Material)
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 27.25 in (with table put together)
Width: 18 in
Length: 24.25 in
Inscriptions
underside: HAND FORGED / EVERLAST METAL
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