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- Everlast "Intaglio Daisy" Salad Bowl, 1947-1950 - 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. By 1937, Everlast had introduced its "Intaglio" product line, featuring machine-stamped decorative motifs that were lighter in weight and more affordable than silver.
- 1947-1950
- Collections - Artifact
Everlast "Intaglio Daisy" Salad Bowl, 1947-1950
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. By 1937, Everlast had introduced its "Intaglio" product line, featuring machine-stamped decorative motifs that were lighter in weight and more affordable than silver.
- Luncheon Plate, 1923 - Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone and naturalist John Burroughs embarked on a series of camping trips between 1916 and 1924. These self-proclaimed Vagabonds loved to explore nature and the pre-industrial landscape, but they also camped in style. This group of well-to-do adventurers brought along service staff and all needed amenities including a set of durable, Art and Crafts-patterned china.
- 1923
- Collections - Artifact
Luncheon Plate, 1923
Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone and naturalist John Burroughs embarked on a series of camping trips between 1916 and 1924. These self-proclaimed Vagabonds loved to explore nature and the pre-industrial landscape, but they also camped in style. This group of well-to-do adventurers brought along service staff and all needed amenities including a set of durable, Art and Crafts-patterned china.
- Franciscan China Dinnerware Service for Four, "Sundance" Pattern, 1972-1977 -
- 1972-1977
- Collections - Artifact
Franciscan China Dinnerware Service for Four, "Sundance" Pattern, 1972-1977
- Paint Pattern Practice Plate, Painted by Helen Gardner, 1911 - China painting was an important pastime for many American women. They painted over the glaze of fired, undecorated pieces of white porcelain called "blanks." In preparation for her 1912 wedding to Leon Gardner, recent college graduate Helen Marie Eichele purchased a set of blank china and decorated it with the help of some friends. This plate features one of the patterns she practiced.
- 1911
- Collections - Artifact
Paint Pattern Practice Plate, Painted by Helen Gardner, 1911
China painting was an important pastime for many American women. They painted over the glaze of fired, undecorated pieces of white porcelain called "blanks." In preparation for her 1912 wedding to Leon Gardner, recent college graduate Helen Marie Eichele purchased a set of blank china and decorated it with the help of some friends. This plate features one of the patterns she practiced.
- "Old Company Plate Signature" Flatware Set with Case, 1950-1955 -
- 1950-1955
- Collections - Artifact
"Old Company Plate Signature" Flatware Set with Case, 1950-1955
- Taylor, Smith & Taylor Company "Lu-Ray Pastels" Starter Dish Set, 1953 -
- 1953
- Collections - Artifact
Taylor, Smith & Taylor Company "Lu-Ray Pastels" Starter Dish Set, 1953
- Everlast "Bali Bamboo" Salad Bowl, 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
- Collections - Artifact
Everlast "Bali Bamboo" Salad Bowl, 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.
- Corning "Corelle Spring Blossom Green" Dinnerware Set, 1971 -
- 1971
- Collections - Artifact
Corning "Corelle Spring Blossom Green" Dinnerware Set, 1971
- Paint Pattern Practice Plate, Painted by Helen Gardner, 1911 - China painting was an important pastime for many American women. They painted over the glaze of fired, undecorated pieces of white porcelain called "blanks." In preparation for her 1912 wedding to Leon Gardner, recent college graduate Helen Marie Eichele purchased a set of blank china and decorated it with the help of some friends. This plate features one of the patterns she practiced.
- 1911
- Collections - Artifact
Paint Pattern Practice Plate, Painted by Helen Gardner, 1911
China painting was an important pastime for many American women. They painted over the glaze of fired, undecorated pieces of white porcelain called "blanks." In preparation for her 1912 wedding to Leon Gardner, recent college graduate Helen Marie Eichele purchased a set of blank china and decorated it with the help of some friends. This plate features one of the patterns she practiced.
- Franciscan China Place Setting, "Antique Green" Pattern, 1969-1976 -
- 1969-1976
- Collections - Artifact
Franciscan China Place Setting, "Antique Green" Pattern, 1969-1976