Set of Six Fire King Peach Lustre Handled Soup Bowls, Mid-Century

Set of Six Fire King Peach Lustre Handled Soup Bowls, Mid-Century

$473.00
$473.00
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Set of Six Fire King Peach Lustre Handled Soup Bowls, Mid-Century
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Set of Six Fire King Peach Lustre Handled Soup Bowls, Mid-Century

Set of Six Fire King Peach Lustre Handled Soup Bowls, Mid-Century

$473.00
$473.00

Fire King forever changed the way the American kitchen was understood. Beginning in the 1940s, Anchor Hocking introduced durable, heat-resistant glassware created for everyday use in millions of homes. Fire King became part of the development of the modern kitchen, transforming practical tableware into objects designed to be used repeatedly and preserved across generations. Glass Encyclopedia
This set of six Fire King Peach Lustre handled soup bowls features rounded forms, gently ribbed exteriors and a single curved handle. The horizontal bands create a subtle beehive-like profile, while the warm iridescent finish shifts between peach and copper tones according to the light. Their white interiors provide a soft contrast to the reflective exterior and emphasize the sculptural quality of the design. Comparable examples are commonly identified as Fire King Peach Lustre ribbed handled soup bowls or beehive bowls. Etsy
Originally intended for individual servings of soup or stew, these bowls remain useful for broths, oatmeal, desserts or small portions served directly at the table. Their handles make them comfortable to carry, while their compact proportions allow the six pieces to be stacked into a strong decorative composition when not in use.
More than a set of serving bowls, this collection represents an important chapter in the history of domestic life. Fire King helped make thoughtful design accessible by combining industrial production with forms that were durable, practical, visually distinctive and affordable. That approach changed the relationship between the American kitchen and the objects used in it every day.
Today these pieces retain both their usefulness and their visual presence. They bring history and warmth to a contemporary kitchen while preserving the character of an era in which even the most practical household object could contribute to the identity of the home.

Details

  • 1stDibs reference: LU10969251146692
  • Period: Mid-20th Century
  • Date: 1950
  • Origin: United States
  • Materials: Glass
  • Techniques: Molded
  • Style: Mid-Century Modern
  • Dimensions: H 4 × W 5 × D 5 IN
  • Condition: GOOD

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