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March 2005: Issue of MODish.net

Sterling China. Vitrified China. Straw Yellow. Individual teapot. Russel Wright. 1949.
Taylor, Smith & Taylor. Ever Yours collection. Exact pattern name unknown. This item was also available with a brass-plated warmer stand. John Gilkes.
< Taylor, Smith & Taylor. Attributed to [Taylorton] line variation. The Taylorton line's finial usually had an orb of ceramic in the middle. John Gilkes. <1959.
Forum International. Stoneware. Steak Platter, 17". Ben Seibel. 1961. This platter came with a wood cutting surface insert which is not shown here.
Coors Porcelain (now CoorsTek). This labware was frequently the recipient of mid-century modern design awards. This jar fits snugly in the wooden container in the background.