Description: Rare and unusual early Contours promotional or advertising tri-footed bon bon dish, designed by George T. James , for Franciscanware China. I believe this to be model CA-01… making it possibly the first thing that Mr. James designed for Gladding McBean. The back stamp indicates it was made in approximately 1953, two years before the Contours line was introduced. The designed is a cleverly disguised abstract G McB. ( It looks something like an abstract face , while the B is shaped like a bean.) It is in excellent vintage condition with no damage. It measures approximately 5-3/4” long by 4” wide and 1-1/4”high. Highly desirable piece , by George T . James ( Alfred University graduate) who also designed the eclipse shape for Gladding McBean… aka Franciscan Starburst shape.
Price: 249.99 USD
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota
End Time: 2024-02-10T16:56:26.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Origin: California
Antique: No
Number of Compartments: 1
Shape: Abstract
Year Manufactured: 1953
Item Length: 5-3/4”
Vintage: Yes
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 1-1/4”
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Features: Limited Edition
Production Style: Art Pottery
Finish: Glossy
Handmade: No
Item Width: 4”
Pattern: Contours
Color: Multicolor
Material: Ceramic
Item Depth: 7/8”
Brand: Franciscan
Type: Candy Dish
Model: CA-01
Theme: Starbust
Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Production Technique: Pottery
Backstamp: Printed
Product Line: Contours
