Overview
This is the quintessential icon of the mid-century American kitchen, featuring the beloved 'Cornflower Blue' floral motif on a white Pyroceram body.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Corning Ware 'Cornflower Blue' Casserole Dish, c.1958-1988
Photo reference
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Story
The material this dish is made of was originally engineered for the nose cones of guided missiles. In 1953, Corning scientist S.
Maker / Origin
Corning Glass Works is a titan of American industry, famously producing the glass for Thomas Edison's first lightbulbs and the windows for the Space Shuttle.
Condition & Value
The pattern appears crisp and vibrant with no visible 'metal rub' marks from utensils, which often plague these pieces. While millions were produced, value is driven by size and the presence of the original glass lid.
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