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Art Deco-Inspired Hall China / Westinghouse "Hercules" Refrigerator-Ware Pitcher - Circa 1940
$25
Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Pickup in Olathe. No Holds.
This art-deco-inspired beauty belonged to my mom. In pristine condition with no apparent use wear. It’s perfectly suited to serve your favorite beverage but could double as a fabulous art deco-looking vase full of fresh or faux blooms. The color given by Hall China is tan but I would say it’s more mushroom taupe. It measures 9½” x 7¼” x 3¾” H/W/D; capacity 76 oz.; material is single-fire glazed china; weight 2.14 lbs. As is the case with any earthenware, color variances may occur and add to the charm and uniqueness of each piece. For a collector of retro or unique earthenware pitchers, this beauty will definitely be an asset or a great gift for someone who is.
Did you know that in the 1930s, Hall China inaugurated a “Refrigerator-Ware” line?
Concurrent with the decline of the icebox and the growing use of modern electric refrigeration, the company made cold storage pieces for individual retail sale as well as special, exclusive designs for the likes of Westinghouse, Hotpoint, Sears, Montgomery Ward and General Electric; and additional premium items for other firms. One of the most popular lines for Westinghouse Refrigerator-Ware was "Hercules," which was offered as "Peasant Ware" in 1940 and 1941. Hercules was designed by J. Palin Thorley. The line consisted of a rectangular butter holder, two leftover dishes and the pitcher you see in the photos. While the pitcher is most commonly found in cobalt blue, it was made in tan which is the color you see in the photos and has a Westinghouse stamp underneath.
Thanks for looking!
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Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Pickup in Olathe. No Holds.
This art-deco-inspired beauty belonged to my mom. In pristine condition with no apparent use wear. It’s perfectly suited to serve your favorite beverage but could double as a fabulous art deco-looking vase full of fresh or faux blooms. The color given by Hall China is tan but I would say it’s more mushroom taupe. It measures 9½” x 7¼” x 3¾” H/W/D; capacity 76 oz.; material is single-fire glazed china; weight 2.14 lbs. As is the case with any earthenware, color variances may occur and add to the charm and uniqueness of each piece. For a collector of retro or unique earthenware pitchers, this beauty will definitely be an asset or a great gift for someone who is.
Did you know that in the 1930s, Hall China inaugurated a “Refrigerator-Ware” line?
Concurrent with the decline of the icebox and the growing use of modern electric refrigeration, the company made cold storage pieces for individual retail sale as well as special, exclusive designs for the likes of Westinghouse, Hotpoint, Sears, Montgomery Ward and General Electric; and additional premium items for other firms. One of the most popular lines for Westinghouse Refrigerator-Ware was "Hercules," which was offered as "Peasant Ware" in 1940 and 1941. Hercules was designed by J. Palin Thorley. The line consisted of a rectangular butter holder, two leftover dishes and the pitcher you see in the photos. While the pitcher is most commonly found in cobalt blue, it was made in tan which is the color you see in the photos and has a Westinghouse stamp underneath.
Thanks for looking!
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