Everlast "Forged Rose" Butter Dish, 1953-1958
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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
Butter dish (Serving dish)
Date Made
1953-1958
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2005.121.235
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Constance & James Levi.
Material
Aluminum (Metal)
Glass (Material)
Color
Silver (Color)
Colorless
Dimensions
Width: 4.125 in
Length: 7.5 in
Height: 2.75 in
Inscriptions
on bottom of dish: EVERLAST / FORGED ALUMINUM on top of box: EVERLAST / FORGED ALUMINUM/HOSTESS ACCESSORY FOR / GRACIOUS SERVING on side of box: 1156
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