Lot 028: Vintage Jason "Jasmin" Five-Piece Kitchen Canister Set with Scoop

Description

A five-piece vintage kitchen canister set by Jason, from their "Jasmin" line, crafted from rose gold (pink-anodized) aluminum with black bakelite lids. Each canister features a black oval label with an ornate initial, likely for common kitchen staples like Flour, Sugar, Coffee, Tea, etc. The set includes canisters of varying sizes. Accompanying the set is a Greyline 1/4 cup scoop, made in Burnley, England, with a green and yellow striped bakelite handle. These sets were popular in the mid-20th century, reflecting the streamlined and colourful kitchenware trends of the era.

Condition Report

The canisters show significant wear consistent with age and use, including scratches, scuffs, and areas of finish loss on the exterior. The interior of the canisters displays residues, scratches, and discoloration, particularly within the smaller containers. The black bakelite lids have surface wear, scratches, and some embedded dirt in the embossed lettering. The metal scoop has surface scratches and minor tarnishing.

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