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For centuries pewter tableware and accessories have
been displayed in the finest homes and executive offices around the
world...a symbol of good taste and unquestionable style.
Now pewter is enjoying a renaissance from an eclectic marketplace
that demands high fashion and low maintenance. Today's customer
wants the look without the worry, and pewter provides
both...sophisticated design and carefree finishes that require no
polishing.
A hundred and fifty years ago a blacksmith could supply his town and
the surrounding farms and ranches with hand-forged tools, horseshoes
candlesticks-whatever was needed. Each item was unique and said
something about the skill and craftsmanship of the person who made
it.
Today, for the most part, those towns are gone and mass production
has replaced the town blacksmith. Much of this change is inevitable,
and with it has come the modern demand for a more economical source
of tools and household goods. High volume-manufacturing seems to be
the only practical alternative. But if we surround ourselves only
with mass-produced items, we can lose some of the individuality and
texture that enhances our lives.
Tennessee Pewter is trying to keep that individuality and texture
alive. From our quaint workshop our artisans design and produce a complete line of
tableware, accessories and jewelry. Tennessee Pewter is 100% lead-free and
comprised of the perfect blend of 92% Tin, 6% antimony, and 2%
copper. Many of our tools, chucks and bronze molds have been in use
since the nineteenth century and add authenticity to our process.
Special care is given to the polishing and buffing process to
achieve the perfect patina. Hand-crafted and hand-finished,
Tennessee Pewter is guaranteed to please the most discriminating
buyer.
Long known for its intrinsic quality and beauty, Tennessee Pewter
received first place honors for our four-piece coffee services and
second place honors for our water pitcher in a national competition
at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and are a part of a
permanent display there.
The artisans at Tennessee Pewter try to present some hand-crafted
alternatives to mass-produced items. The quality of feeling in our
products is the focus here.
All Of Tennessee Pewter Items
are made from
100% Lead-Free Genuine Pewter
(92% Tin, 6% Antimony, 2% Copper)
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