Everlast "Forged Grape" Punch Bowl Set, circa 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 manufacturing uniformity, the "made by hand" aspect of these products held an aesthetic appeal for consumers. The owner of this punch set -- thought to be a General Motors executive -- allegedly had the aluminum tray and lid custom made by Everlast.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Punch bowl
Date Made
circa 1941
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2005.121.288
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Constance & James Levi.
Material
Aluminum (Metal)
Glass (Material)
Dimensions
Diameter: 19 in (Tray)
Inscriptions
on bottom:
HAND FORGED / EVERLAST METAL
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