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
Place of Creation
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
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