Hyalyn Casual Craft

Epitomizing Mid-century Modern design as applied to tableware, Hyalyn Porcelain, Inc.'s 'Casual Craft' line was developed by noted artist and product designer Erwin Kalla and produced in the late 1950s. Promoted as an "outdoor or buffet service, styled for tomorrow's living," the line was limited to serving pieces, as well as buffet plates, mugs, salt + pepper shakers, vases, and ash trays. Glazes used include speckled matte blue, brown, orange, and white/gray. Many pieces incorporate rattan wrapped or bamboo handles.