For today’s VTT post I'd like to share a couple pieces of hammered aluminum. Both were given to me by my mother some years ago. Hammered aluminum serve wares were popular during the 1930’s to 1950’s.First is a large round platter with an incised pattern of three roses with stems and leaves. It measures 13 ½ inches in diameter and has scalloped edge. sawtooth edge. It was made in Brooklyn, New York.
Here is a close-up of the border:
The second item is a simply designed ice bucket. It has the characteristic hammered pattern around the body of the bucket. Ridged edge beading is found on the rim of the bucket and knob of lid. The knobbed lid also has two hammered rows. Stamped MADE IN ITALY on the bottom, it measures 8" high (including the lid) and about 8" wide.
The bucket is insulated to help keep the ice frozen, as is the cover. It has two triangle handles for picking it up.
Hammered aluminum pieces are quite versatile and can be used for serving, floral display, attractive storage, etc. I use my ice bucket to hold my bottles of vitamins and minerals for daily use.
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lovely items..my fav is the ice bucket :)
ReplyDeleteI was so happy to see the close up of the border! The extra picture makes it even more special! Happy VTT:)
ReplyDeleteI love hammered aluminum, that platter is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHammered aluminum is so good to use for outdoor entertaining...has a summery look to it. My dad collected the dogwood patterns and enjoyed hunting for them!
ReplyDeleteHow neat! Love your post today, and nice you have found a good use for them!
ReplyDeleteVery nice. The border on the platter is loverly!
ReplyDeleteI can sooo see the versatility of these pieces.
That ice bucket is an oldie but goodie. Haven't seen one of those in years.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing,
blessings
Barbara Jean
I like hammered aluminum things, but I've never bought any myself.
ReplyDeleteoh i like the ice bucket a lot! Very fun little piece :) Have a good weekend!!!
ReplyDeleteThis reminds me of my MIL and her table set for company. She had so many pieces and they were always being used. Your pieces are lovely.
ReplyDeleteLove the old ICE BUCKET. I really love the OLD TEA WARES on your side bar..beautiful.. Julie
ReplyDeleteLove the platter with the incised design! Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteYour platter and ice bucket are just beautiful. How lucky you are to have them. Happy VTT and have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteWow, I learned so much from your post today! The pieces are beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteLove that ice bucket. Thanks for all the info today. Great post.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pieces, I have to agree, that ice bucket is just too cute! Have a happy VTT.
ReplyDeleteI love your hammered aluminum. I've got lots of pieces of it, you can still get them cheap at yard sales and such. I like the bread trays and candy dishes.
ReplyDeletelove that ice bucket...lol, for some reason it makes me think of Bewitched! I bet it would keep ice as ice for a very long time! The paltter is very nice, too. Unique thingies!
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