Vintage 1950's Wooden Bowl, Kennedy Brothers Hand-Turned Bristol, VT

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This is a unique bowl with a special history made by the Kennedy Brothers, well know for their hand-turned wood ware. I do not know the type of wood specifically, although it is a nice medium brown color. This bowl would look great in almost any home as a wonderful accent piece and would compliment any decor. Below is some history on the Kennedy Brothers. This bowl is marked on the bottom Bristol, VT which was the Kennedy brother's factory location before they moved in 1959. KENNEDY BROTHERS HISTORY Like so many successful business, Kennedy Bros. Inc. had a very modest beginning. In the midst of the depression in the 1930's, Paul and John Kennedy were involved in the construction of cottages on Lake Champlain. The two bothers toiled endless hours in their garage, making doors and other components to be used in the cottages. During this time, John developed an interest in household items such as handmade wooden candle holders and bowls. With Paul selling the wares in New York, the two brothers rapidly gained a reputation for the fine quality work. In 1937, they opened a store/workshop in Charlotte called Green Mountain Wood Crafters. The shop was short lived, as it burned to the ground in 1942. After World War II, they located a facility in Bristol that became famous for hand-turned wood ware. This location was utilized until 1 read more

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