Corning Ware Casserole Dish, 1960-1961
THF192899 / Corning Ware Casserole Dish, 1960-1961
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Artifact Overview
In 1958, Corning Glass Works introduced Corning Ware -- a line of innovative, shatterproof cooking and serving ware that could go from freezer to oven to table. Corning Ware was versatile, durable, and affordable. It was also attractive, with patterns that reflected current trends. The popular Cornflower Blue pattern, also introduced in 1958, became synonymous with Corning's brand identity.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Casserole (Baking dish)
Date Made
1960-1961
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made by Corning Glass Works of Corning, New York.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2022.113.14
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift in Memory of Dr. Catherine Garcia-McDonnell.
Material
Pyroceram
Pyrex (TM)
Color
White (Color)
Blue
Colorless
Dimensions
Height: 6.25 in (With lid)
Width: 10.125 in (With lid)
Length: 8.5 in (With lid)
Inscriptions
on bottom of dish:
CORNING WARE (R) / 2 1/2 QT.
on top, edge of lid:
A PYREX (R) A-9-C / 10
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