A radiant reflection of mid-century sophistication, this Kromex Relish Server embodies the era when American serveware was designed to dazzle. Made in Cleveland, Ohio, by the renowned Kromex division of the American Trading and Production Corporation, this untouched treasure remains brand new in its original box — a pristine piece of history never set upon a table.
The set features a pressed glass divided relish dish in a classic starburst motif, reminiscent of the Early American Prescut pattern that defined 1950s-era entertaining. The crystal-clear dish rests gracefully in a high-polish chrome tray accented by gold-tone textured handles, merging glamour with functional design. Its lustrous form and geometric precision speak to Kromex’s timeless balance of artistry and durability — a hallmark of the company’s post-war innovation under Alcoa’s aluminum craftsmanship lineage.
This serveware was marketed as “Holiday Giftware”, a term that once adorned gift counters during America’s golden age of home entertaining. The combination of reflective metal, faceted glass, and refined lines made it a perfect centerpiece for any cocktail hour or festive table setting. Today, it serves not only as a practical dish for relish, nuts, or hors d’oeuvres but as a statement piece of authentic mid-century design, still glimmering with original luster nearly seventy years later.
Whether you collect fine American metalware, curate elegant tablescapes, or simply appreciate vintage craftsmanship, this Kromex masterpiece offers the rare pleasure of unboxing history in its untouched state.
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