Butter Dish Collection

Butter dish, butter cooler, butter plate, etc. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg
FLO4731732 Butter dish, butter cooler, butter plate, etc. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory, Geislingen, Germany, 1896

Ice service, ice pail, butter dish, saladbowl with helpers. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by
FLO4731776 Ice service, ice pail, butter dish, saladbowl with helpers. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory, Geislingen, Germany

Serving forks and knives. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory
FLO4731933 Serving forks and knives. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory, Geislingen, Germany

Butter Dish (Hen), c. 1941. Creator: Edward Bashaw
Butter Dish (Hen), c. 1941

Butter Dish (Amberina), c. 1939. Creator: Ralph Atkinson
Butter Dish (Ameberina), c. 1939

Butter Dish and Stand, Aprey, c. 1775. Creator: Aprey Pottery Factory
Butter Dish and Stand, Aprey, c. 1775

Butter dish, 1853 / 65. Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Company
Butter dish, 1853/65

Jumbo / Elephant pattern covered butter dish, 1883 / 5. Creator: Canton Glass Company
Jumbo/Elephant pattern covered butter dish, 1883/5. Attributed to Canton Glass Company

Butter dish, 1894. Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Company
Butter dish, 1894

Butter Dish, c. 1936. Creator: Janet Riza
Butter Dish, c. 1936

Butter Dish, c. 1936. Creator: Dorothy Posten
Butter Dish, c. 1936

Covered Butter Dish, c. 1936. Creator: Gertrude Lemberg
Covered Butter Dish, c. 1936

Butter Box, c. 1953. Creator: Harry Grossen
Butter Box, c. 1953

Butter Tub, 1939. Creator: Albert Geuppert
Butter Tub, 1939

Pa. German Butter Crock, c. 1940. Creator: Betty Jacob
Pa. German Butter Crock, c. 1940

Advertisement, Mappin Brothers (engraving)
1591754 Advertisement, Mappin Brothers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Mappin Brothers)

Butter dish with a frosted glass base (silver and frosted glass)
BAL6483 Butter dish with a frosted glass base (silver and frosted glass) by Fox, Charles & George (fl.1800s); N. Bloom & Son, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Maple Butter Bowl, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Clyde L. Cheney
Maple Butter Bowl, 1935/1942

Black and white illustration of butter dish and two eggs

Black and white illustration of using bread knife to cut baguette into thick slices

Block of butter in glass dish

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"From Aprey to Jacob: The Evolution of the Butter Dish" Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of butter dishes. Dating all the way back to 1775, we begin with the exquisite Butter Dish and Stand created by Aprey Pottery Factory. Its delicate design showcases the craftsmanship of that era. Fast forward to 1853/65, where Gorham Manufacturing Company presents us with a timeless butter dish. This piece exudes elegance and sophistication, reflecting the refined tastes of its time. Intriguingly named Jumbo/Elephant pattern covered butter dish from 1883/5 captures our attention next. Created by Canton Glass Company, this unique piece adds a touch of whimsy to any table setting. Gorham Manufacturing Company strikes again in 1894 with another stunning creation. This butter dish exemplifies their commitment to quality and innovation throughout history. Enter Janet Riza and Dorothy Posten in c. 1936, both leaving their mark on butter dish designs during this period. Their creations showcase modernity while still paying homage to traditional styles. Gertrude Lemberg's Covered Butter Dish from c. 1936 brings an artistic flair into play with its intricate detailing and impeccable craftsmanship. Harry Grossen takes us into the mid-20th century with his innovative Butter Box from c. 1953. This functional yet stylish design caters perfectly to contemporary needs. Albert Geuppert introduces us to his inventive Butter Tub from 1939—a practical solution for storing and serving butter at any occasion. Betty Jacob's Pa. German Butter Crock from c. 1940 represents a fusion between tradition and functionality—an ode to Pennsylvania German heritage that stands out as a true gem among these historical pieces. As we delve deeper into history, an advertisement by Mappin Brothers enchants us through an engraving showcasing their elegant silver-and-frosted-glass butter dish—truly a work of art.