Everlast "Forged Grape" Crumb Tray, 1937-1950
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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
Crumber
Date Made
1937-1950
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2005.121.284
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Constance & James Levi.
Material
Aluminum (Metal)
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 0.75 in (Large Crumb Tray)
Width: 9.125 in (Large Crumb Tray)
Length: 5.625 in (Large Crumb Tray)
Height: 0.5 in (Small Crumb Tray)
Width: 6.75 in (Small Crumb Tray)
Length: 3.125 in (Small Crumb Tray)
Inscriptions
on bottom:
HAND FORGED / EVERLAST METAL
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