VINTAGE Art Deco Water Pitcher. Hall China Company for Westinghouse.

When electrical refrigeration was replacing iceboxes in the 1930’s and 40’s, there were no automatic ice makers or chilled water dispensers- so the clever marketing folks at Westinghouse collaborated with the Hall China Company to commission pieces especially made for the new-fangled appliances. In addition to bowls and containers with lids for storing leftovers, they came up with this rather ingenious design for a “cold water dispenser!” Not only did its sleek Art Deco style complement the Westinghouse product, it also made efficient use of space by taking a squat shape that allowed it to fit easily between the lower shelves! I wonder why no one makes anything like this today?!

It’s a gorgeous blue color that matches other pieces I offer, and is in excellent condition with no chips cracks, or crazing. It would make a gorgeous addition to an Instagram worth fridge-scape… or a practical pitcher for juice or other beverages you want to place on a lower shelf!

Postscript: My research shows that this pitcher originally had a top, which alas is missing. I have repriced it accordingly. It’s still a beauty!