Everlast "Pewter" Tea Service, 1941-1943

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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," and "Pewter" (seen here).

Artifact Details

Artifact

Tea service

Date Made

1941-1943

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2005.121.227

Credit

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

Material

Pewter (Tin alloy)

Color

Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 8.25 in (Teapot)
Width: 8.25 in (Teapot)
Height: 3.625 in (Cream Pitcher)
Width: 4.25 in (Cream Pitcher)
Height: 3.063 in (Sugar Bowl)
Diameter: 3.75 in (Sugar Bowl)
Diameter: 14.125 in (Tray)

Inscriptions

underside of each piece: EVERLAST / PEWTER / HANDCRAFTED
Everlast "Pewter" Tea Service, 1941-1943