Penquin Hot and Cold Server 1940s | Made by West Bend USA | Chrome Ice Bucket | Vintage Barware | Party Serveware | Art Deco Covered on sale Bowl

This is the 1940s iconic West Bend Penguin Hot & Cold Server that can double as an ice bucket. This sphere shape covered server with a flattened footed base is made of chromed steel on the outside that is decorated with eight embossed penguins. The sloping art deco bakelite stepped handles resemble penguin wings (flippers), the lid has a large round bakelite knob the is ridged at the bottom. There is a smooth rubber gasket between the brushed stainless steel insert and the outer shell, the wide top and straight sides make the interior very easy to clean. The bottom is engraved with the West Bend Penguin Hot and Cold Server® logo, A Product Of West Bend Aluminum Co, West Bend, WIS, U.S.A., Patent No. 2,349,099 and Des. 127,279. This handsome Mid-Century modern piece symbolizes postwar America, which saw a resurgence of home entertaining, including grill-outs and cocktail parties. (Brochure shown in the last photo is not included).

INSTRUCTIONS TO:
PRE-CHILL: fill with ice water and let it stand until the outer shell is cool to the touch or place in the refrigerator for 10 - on sale 15 minutes before using.
PRE-HEAT: fill with hot water, let stand until the outer shell is warm to the touch.

In excellent vintage condition with a mirror shine on the outside, the handles and lid knob are securely attached, and the lid forms a tight seal. Wear is consistent with age and use, there are minor scratches and two extremely small dents on the outer shell. Please view all photos to appreciate the beauty, quality and condition of the piece, my photos are part of the description.


Overall Dimensions:
Outside: 8" High (including lid knob x 9" Wide (including handles x 7 3/4" Deep
Inside: 4 1/2" High x 6" in Diameter

HISTORY: The West Bend Aluminum Company of Wisconsin was founded in 1911, the company changed its name to West Bend Company in 1961. The iconic Penguin Hot and Cold Server® is a classic of midcentury modern design. The design was filed by inventor Ralph N. Kircher on March 13, 1941 the patent was filed May 19, 1941 and issued May 16, 1944. The start of World War II meant that the use of metal for consumer goods was restricted until after 1945. With the end of rationing, factories resumed manufacturing consumer goods; the Penguin was part of that. The Penguin was one of West Bend's biggest successes, there is one on display in the new Museum of the American Cocktail in New Orleans.

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