{"product_id":"west-bend-penguin-hot-cold-server-chrome-ice-bucket-mid-century-modern-vintage","title":"West Bend Penguin Hot Cold Server Chrome Ice Bucket Mid Century Modern Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWest Bend Aluminum Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPenguin Hot \u0026amp; Cold Server\u003cbr\u003e\nMid-Century Modern, Circa 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iconic West Bend Penguin server is a classic of mid-century American kitchenware design. Originally engineered as an insulated container for maintaining the temperature of hot or cold food and ice, it features a spherical chrome-plated body decorated with a continuous ring of engraved penguin figures. The stylized wooden handles and knob are characteristic of the Streamline Moderne aesthetic that transitioned into the Atomic Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Chrome-plated exterior with insulated metal interior lining\u003cbr\u003e\n• Continuous band of engraved penguin motifs around the lid circumference\u003cbr\u003e\n• Spherical globe silhouette with dark brown ribbed wooden handles and matching top knob\u003cbr\u003e\n• Original manufacturer stamp on base with patent and design numbers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fair to good vintage condition consistent with household use over several decades. The exterior chrome finish shows visible surface scratching, water spotting, and minor pitting\/oxidation, particularly on the lower hemisphere. The interior liner remains clean with light usage marks. Wooden hardware is securely attached but shows some wear to the finish on the edges. Base markings are crisp and legible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop Thrift World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47653244010673,"sku":"84X3D75-02","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/4735\/9153\/files\/56e277d7-a7e7-4d98-a2a0-82f2d7814379.jpg?v=1782736992","url":"https:\/\/thriftworld.com\/products\/west-bend-penguin-hot-cold-server-chrome-ice-bucket-mid-century-modern-vintage","provider":"Shop Thrift World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}