
Description
Large tray with Vermont maple cheese board panel by Couroc of Monterey, California (circa 1960s).
Composed of a black lacquer phenolic resin (water, burn, stain, and detergent resistant plastic) with inlaid wood, pigment and brass accents depicting a jug of wine, a loaf of bread and text reading "and thou." Imagery is interpreted from a poem by the renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer, Omar Khayyam. The abridged version of a stanza in his "Rubaiyat" is commonly condensed to, "˜A Jug of Wine, A loaf of Bread"”and Thou.'
Retains the Couroc manufacturer's foil label.
Very good, vintage condition.
We have several Couroc trays and plates listed separately.
H: 1" x D: 10.75" x L: 15.38"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good, vintage condition.
Dimensions:
Height: 1 in.
Width: 10.75 in.
Depth: 15.38 in.
Category: Trays
Origin: United States
Materials: Brass, Resin, Wood
Creator: Brand: The Couroc Company
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $27.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Brooklyn, NY
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Composed of a black lacquer phenolic resin (water, burn, stain, and detergent resistant plastic) with inlaid wood, pigment and brass accents depicting a jug of wine, a loaf of bread and text reading "and thou." Imagery is interpreted from a poem by the renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer, Omar Khayyam. The abridged version of a stanza in his "Rubaiyat" is commonly condensed to, "˜A Jug of Wine, A loaf of Bread"”and Thou.'
Retains the Couroc manufacturer's foil label.
Very good, vintage condition.
We have several Couroc trays and plates listed separately.
H: 1" x D: 10.75" x L: 15.38"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good, vintage condition.
Dimensions:
Height: 1 in.
Width: 10.75 in.
Depth: 15.38 in.
Category: Trays
Origin: United States
Materials: Brass, Resin, Wood
Creator: Brand: The Couroc Company
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good, vintage condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Large Mid-Century Black Resin and Maple Inlaid "Loaf"/Carafe"/"And Thou" Cheese Board by Couroc
Estimate $150-$450
Starting Price
$75
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