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- Everlast "Neocraft Flower" Ashtray, 1938-1955 - 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 1938, Everlast introduced the "Neocraft" product line, made of anodized aluminum and featuring vibrant colors and clean lines.
- 1938-1955
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Everlast "Neocraft Flower" Ashtray, 1938-1955
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 1938, Everlast introduced the "Neocraft" product line, made of anodized aluminum and featuring vibrant colors and clean lines.
- Everlast "Neocraft Flower" Ashtray, 1938-1955 - 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 1938, Everlast introduced the "Neocraft" product line, made of anodized aluminum and featuring vibrant colors and clean lines.
- 1938-1955
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Everlast "Neocraft Flower" Ashtray, 1938-1955
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 1938, Everlast introduced the "Neocraft" product line, made of anodized aluminum and featuring vibrant colors and clean lines.
- Everlast "Forged Apple" Ashtray, 1947-1960 - 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.
- 1947-1960
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Everlast "Forged Apple" Ashtray, 1947-1960
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.
- Westward Ho Motel Ashtray, 1955-1970 - Local motels advertised on a variety of in-room, lobby, and restaurant furnishings. Ashtrays, such as this one from the Westward Ho Motel in Grand Forks, North Dakota, reminded travelers where to stay the next time they passed through town.
- 1955-1970
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Westward Ho Motel Ashtray, 1955-1970
Local motels advertised on a variety of in-room, lobby, and restaurant furnishings. Ashtrays, such as this one from the Westward Ho Motel in Grand Forks, North Dakota, reminded travelers where to stay the next time they passed through town.
- Set of Three Century of Progress Souvenir Ashtrays, 1933 - Chicago's 1933-34 Century of Progress Exposition used the theme of progress to buoy national optimism during the darkest years of the Great Depression. Many fairgoers returned home with mementos, such as these ashtrays depicting landmarks from the exposition.
- 1933
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Set of Three Century of Progress Souvenir Ashtrays, 1933
Chicago's 1933-34 Century of Progress Exposition used the theme of progress to buoy national optimism during the darkest years of the Great Depression. Many fairgoers returned home with mementos, such as these ashtrays depicting landmarks from the exposition.
- New York World's Fair Souvenir Ashtray, 1940 - The 1939-40 New York World's Fair encouraged a depression-weary public that the future would be rosy. Souvenirs often reflected the exposition's utopian "Building the World of Tomorrow" theme. This ashtray depicts the fair's futuristic architectural icons, the Trylon and Perisphere.
- 1940
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New York World's Fair Souvenir Ashtray, 1940
The 1939-40 New York World's Fair encouraged a depression-weary public that the future would be rosy. Souvenirs often reflected the exposition's utopian "Building the World of Tomorrow" theme. This ashtray depicts the fair's futuristic architectural icons, the Trylon and Perisphere.
- Ashtray Used by the Jackson Family, Selma, Alabama -
- Collections - Artifact
Ashtray Used by the Jackson Family, Selma, Alabama
- Cigarette Box and Ashtray Set, 1960-1972 -
- 1960-1972
- Collections - Artifact
Cigarette Box and Ashtray Set, 1960-1972
- A Century of Progress World's Fair Ashtray, 1934 - Chicago's 1933-34 Century of Progress Exposition used the theme of progress to buoy national optimism during the Depression's darkest years. The fair also provided the opportunity for companies to show off their achievements to millions of people. This souvenir ashtray embodied Firestone's featured product at the fair: rubber tires.
- 1934
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A Century of Progress World's Fair Ashtray, 1934
Chicago's 1933-34 Century of Progress Exposition used the theme of progress to buoy national optimism during the Depression's darkest years. The fair also provided the opportunity for companies to show off their achievements to millions of people. This souvenir ashtray embodied Firestone's featured product at the fair: rubber tires.
- Everlast "Bali Bamboo" Smoking Stand, 1948-1959 - 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. Everlast's most successful line, "Bali Bamboo," was a direct result of America's fascination with the South Pacific following World War II.
- 1948-1959
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Everlast "Bali Bamboo" Smoking Stand, 1948-1959
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. Everlast's most successful line, "Bali Bamboo," was a direct result of America's fascination with the South Pacific following World War II.