Everlast "Forged Horse" Card Box, 1936-1941

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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

Playing card box

Date Made

1936-1941

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2005.121.265

Credit

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

Material

Aluminum (Metal)

Color

Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 1.25 in
Width: 5.375 in
Length: 3.375 in

Inscriptions

on bottom: HAND FORGED / EVERLAST METAL
Everlast "Forged Horse" Card Box, 1936-1941