Collectible Rodney Kent Vintage Hammered Aluminum Retro Kitchen and Tablewares
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Rodney Kent Sparkling Hammered Aluminum Servers and Decorative Tablewear
Rodney Kent sparkling hammered aluminum kitchenwares and serving pieces. Yet to be discovered by mainstream collectors, hammered aluminum is enjoyed by a small cult following. His is most famous for his Tulips pattern. Many pieces are decorated with tulip flower tops or with ribbons and blooming tulips hammered into the design. Rare pieces are beginning to fetch higher auction prices as collectors are just beginning to come under the spell of Rodney Kent.
The hammered aluminum craze continues
When aluminum was still a new miracle metal, silversmiths and other metalworkers turned their talents to this new material. Aluminum is lightweight, durable and practical. It is safe for an outdoor picnic by the pool yet graceful enough for an elegant dinner.
Aluminum is one of those collectibles that has a small cult following, but hasn't been discovered yet so prices are still low.
My advice is to 'collect what you love' and don't worry about the resale value right now. These little gems are underappreciated so they sell low. If people want to consider them 'old' and 'junky' that just means more for us! I'm always very happy to find a beautiful, neglected piece priced at a few dollars then come home and polish it up all shiny and new.
Rodney Kent is most famous for his Tulip and Ribbons patterns. Another worthy rival is the Continental Co, which is famous for using chrysanthemum flowers with ornate scrolling leaves.
Aluminum is one of those collectibles that has a small cult following, but hasn't been discovered yet so prices are still low.
My advice is to 'collect what you love' and don't worry about the resale value right now. These little gems are underappreciated so they sell low. If people want to consider them 'old' and 'junky' that just means more for us! I'm always very happy to find a beautiful, neglected piece priced at a few dollars then come home and polish it up all shiny and new.
Rodney Kent is most famous for his Tulip and Ribbons patterns. Another worthy rival is the Continental Co, which is famous for using chrysanthemum flowers with ornate scrolling leaves.
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Jtome
Dec 20, 2011 @ 1:45 am | delete
- I just discovered your site and I am going to Bookmark it. I guess I started 'collecting' by accident. I have a couple of the Rodney Kent pieces that I picked up at a yard sale. Why turn down something so pretty for only a dollar, right? I have two of the tuilip trays. I pick pieces up when I see them and if they catch my eye, but I don't agressively seek it out. My last three pieces were placed in the dishwasher by my dear hubbie. Now they are dark...tarnished looking. I am going to give that orange spray a shot, but if you have an idea how to bring back the shine, I surely would like to know about it! I can't wait until I have time to learn more about this great 'almost collectible'. The craftsmanship is what first caught my attention.
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AngelCityArt
Apr 13, 2011 @ 5:13 pm | delete
- Jeff (and others) I would let the internet marketplace be your guide when pricing vintage aluminum. And remember the adage to collect what you love, not what you think will fund your kids education one day. In general, I would think it is better to keep an entire set together especially if they all match. Enjoy your set!
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Jeff
Feb 21, 2011 @ 2:05 pm | delete
- Hello,
Found your site and have a question. I have around 45 pieces of aluminum in the chrysanthemum pattern. I am possibly interested in selling it. Any suggestions?
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resabi
Feb 20, 2011 @ 10:14 pm | delete
- I'd never heard of rodney Kent hammered aluminum, so thank you for the education! This is clearly a good resource page -- it's great that you are able to answer reader questions about their finds.
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joanv334
Feb 13, 2011 @ 7:02 am | delete
- Love the stuff, thanks for sharing!
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barbara S
Feb 4, 2011 @ 10:41 pm | delete
- Laura, thank you for the information. It makes the piece that much more special now that I understand what my Grandmother used it for. A little piece of "elegance".
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AngelCityArt
Feb 2, 2011 @ 7:12 pm | delete
- Hi Barbara;
It sounds like you have a crumb duster. They were used to collect crumbs from the dinner table and it would still look nice sitting out in front of your dinner company.
Sometimes you can find the brush that came with them; usually a small, long brush that fits in your hand with no handle. They should have matching hammered finish and perhaps some floral work. The bristles are usually black, possibly made of horse hair. But brushes are rare to see since they get separated from the duster and / or people don't know what they are used for.
It sound like you have a little gem! It might look nice hanging on a wall in the kitchen or dining room.
Sorry for the delay in posting your comment. I had to turn on comment moderation after I got hit with a rash of spammers.
Thank you for writing in and sharing your treasures with us!
-Laura
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Barbara S.
Jan 29, 2011 @ 11:16 pm | delete
- I have Continental Hana Wrought SilverLook #505 piece of my grandmother's. Not sure how it was used or what it is. It has the appearance of a 8" saucepan with hinged lid. The lid has a detailed single flower pattern. The lid opens by pushing on a leaf that rises from the lid. Any ideas as to what it is? It is in beautiful condition.
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Barbara S.
Jan 29, 2011 @ 11:03 pm | delete
- I have a Continental Hana Wrought SilverLook #505 piece that was my grandmother's. Not sure what it is or how it was used. It has the appearance of a 8 inch sauce pan with handle and hinged lid. The lid has a detailed single flower pattern and you open the lid by pushed down on a leaf that rises out of the lid. Anybody know what this might have been used for. It is in beautiful condition.
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pat fleming
Dec 29, 2010 @ 11:10 am | delete
- I have a tray w/ handle that has an bull elk with cows on it and a number of 535. any info?
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