Everlast "Copper" Pitcher, circa 1956

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Artifact Overview

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. Over the years, the company introduced various product lines, including "Solid Brass," "Solid Copper," (seen here) and "Pewter."

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pitcher (Vessel)

Date Made

circa 1956

Creator Notes

Metal parts of pitcher made by Everlast Metal Products Corporation in New York City, New York and glass part made by Corning Glass Works in Corning, New York

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2005.121.154

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Constance & James Levi.

Material

Copper (Metal)
Pyrex (TM)
Cork (Bark)
Wood (Plant material)

Color

Colorless
Copper (Color)
Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 9 in
Width: 7.75 in
Length: 5.375 in

Inscriptions

on label: EVERLAST INSULATED "PYREX" WARE / RETAINS . . . . HOT OR COLD DRINKS . . . FOR A LONG TIME / EVERLAST INSULATED "PYREX" WARE / NO SWEATING . . . ON THE METAL