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Marilyn : Mid-Century Modern

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Vintage Brutalist Style Cast Aluminum Covered Tureen
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This striking 1970s cast aluminum tureen features a bold, Brutalist-inspired organic design with a folded finial and stylized handles. A fantastic example of mid-century casual serveware, this unmarked vintage piece carries an auction estimate of $40 to $80.

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Item Report

Vintage Brutalist Style Cast Aluminum Covered Tureen

By: Unknown

Style: Brutalist / Mid-Century Modern

Origin: Unknown, possibly USA or Mexico

Materials: Cast Aluminum

Age: Circa 1970s

Condition: Very Good (appears intact with typical minor surface wear consistent with age and use)

Value: $40 - $80

Maker's Marks / Writing: None visible in the provided image.

Date: 2026-10-17 17:01:07.777492

Description:

A vintage covered tureen or casserole dish made of cast aluminum, featuring a heavily textured, abstract organic or Brutalist design. The lid is decorated with stylized wave or landscape motifs and topped with a large, folded abstract finial. The side handles are cast in a stylized bone or branch shape.

Assessment:

This is a striking example of 1970s cast metal serveware, characterized by its heavy texture and organic, almost Brutalist forms. While the maker is unidentified from the provided image, it is a highly decorative and functional vintage piece.

Individual Images:

  • whole tureen front view

Provenance:

None provided.

Condition:

Very Good (appears intact with typical minor surface wear consistent with age and use)

Identification Score: 90%

The material, form, and stylistic elements clearly identify this as a vintage cast aluminum serving piece from the mid-to-late 20th century. The lack of a visible maker's mark prevents a 100% identification of the manufacturer.

Authenticity Score: 95%

The casting quality, surface patina, and design are consistent with cast aluminum serveware produced in the 1960s and 1970s.

Image Memory Note

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Keywords

cast aluminum, tureen, covered dish, Brutalist, Mid-Century Modern, vintage serveware, organic design, 1970s

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Report ID:  : 8tqkja

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