Large Silver Plate Recipe Cocktail Shaker. Forbes Art Deco Jug. 1930's.

This huge American cocktail shaker jug which dates from the 1930's is by Forbes Silver Company and has a dial a drink band around the neck.

Description

This huge American cocktail shaker jug which dates from the 1930's is by Forbes Silver Company and has a dial a drink band around the neck which shows 14 cocktail recipes such as how to make a Tom Collins, Martini or a Manhattan.

This stylish silver plated shaker which is a good weight has a pull off lid, the spout has a screw on cap and the body has a stylish art deco design side handle.

This cocktail shaker is a very nice large size and the interior is in good clean condition. Would make an impressive bar accessory.

14 cocktail recipes are Manhattan, Martini, Old Fashioned, Orange Blossom, Side-Car, Stinger, Tom Collins, Whiskey Sour, Alexander, Bacardi, Bronx, Clover Club, Gin Fizz and Horses Neck.

Maker: Forbes Silver Company, Meriden, CT, USA.

Marked: Marked with silver plate marks for Forbes Silver Company, USA.

Date: 1930's.

Dimensions: 22 cm (8 1/2 inches) Deep including handle. 14 cm (5 1/2 inches) Wide. 30 cm (11 3/4 inches) High.

Weight: 850 g.

Condition: Very good used antique condition with only light signs of use in keeping with age. Some light surface scratches and tiny dings. The inside is nice and clean with just a little wear to plate. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the cocktail shaker is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

References

SKU: RCS1594