Everlast "Forged Sports" Matchbox Covers, 1938-1941
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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. In 1933, Everlast introduced its first product line, "Forged Giftware" featuring Colonial Revival inspired designs.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Matchbox
Date Made
1938-1941
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Matchbox covers made by Everlast Metal Products Corporation in New York City, New York and box of matches made by Diamond Match Company of Akron, Ohio.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2005.121.260
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Constance & James Levi.
Material
Aluminum (Metal)
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 1.625 in
Width: 2.375 in
Length: 0.875 in
Inscriptions
on bottom:
HAND FORGED / EVERLAST METAL
cover of matchbox:
SIGNAL LIGHT / SAFETY MATCH / MADE IN U.S.A. / THE DIAMOND MATCH CO.
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