Lot 385:
Griswold Cast Aluminum Kitchenware Including Colonial Design Tea Kettles and Dutch Oven
Sold for: $50
Description
This group of vintage cast aluminum kitchenware was manufactured by the Griswold Manufacturing Company of Erie, Pennsylvania, primarily dating to the early 20th century. The collection includes two 5-quart tea kettles in the Colonial Design, a 4-pint coffee percolator, and a No. 8 Dutch oven accompanied by a matching lid. The items feature the textured pebbled surface characteristic of Griswold cast aluminum production from this era. The tea kettles have bulbous bodies; one is fitted with a turned wood handle while the other has a black composite or painted wood handle. The base of these kettles is marked with 5 QT., COLONIAL DESIGN, the Griswold cross logo, CAST ALUMINUM, ERIE, PA., U.S.A., PATD. SEPT. 9. 1913., and model A535. The 4-pint percolator has a vertical cylindrical form with a hinged lid and black side handle, marked on the base with 4 PT. PERCOLATOR, the Griswold logo, and A134. The No. 8 Dutch oven includes integral side lugs and an iron wire bail handle, marked on the base with NO 8, THE GRISWOLD MFG. CO., and the company logo. The lid for the Dutch oven features a black composite knob and interior concentric basting rings, marked with GRISWOLD, PAT. 1,330,209, and A 413 C.
Condition report:
The collection is in good vintage condition with wear consistent with age and domestic use. The aluminum surfaces show general oxidation, scattered light scratches, and some staining. The interiors exhibit expected discoloration and mineral deposits from cooking. The wooden handle on one tea kettle shows significant darkening and surface wear. The black handles and knobs have minor scuffing. The iron wire bail handle on the Dutch oven has surface rust. There are no visible cracks, major dents, or repairs; all items appear structurally sound.
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