Elevate your gathering with this distinguished and timeless Vintage Tom & Jerry Hunting Scene Punch Set from Universal Potteries, Cambridge, Ohio.
The term Tom & Jerry refers not to the lovable cartoon cat and mouse, but to a traditional holiday drink - a rich, frothy eggnog beverage made with eggs, sugar, milk or cream, and often warmed and spiced with nutmeg, rum, or brandy. It rose to popularity in 19th- and early 20th-century America, as a festive, convivial drink. This ceramic punch set of bowl & mugs was designed to serve that very drink. The large bowl holds the warm, aromatic mixture, and the individual mugs make for easy and elegant serving. Beyond holiday use, the pieces lend themselves beautifully to warm punches, mulled cider, or simply as decorative collectibles, a perfect blend of form, function, and tradition.
This particular quintessential piece of mid-century Americana has a refined spirit. This ivory set features a broad, beautifully contoured bowl, its interior decorated with two evocative hunting scenes. The exterior is quietly distinguished by “Tom & Jerry” rendered in classic gold lettering. The nine accompanying cups each display one of three different, exquisitely detailed hunting scenes, rendered in soft, vintage tones. With its heritage mark and sturdy construction, this set evokes the quiet sophistication of a countryside lodge or a heritage club, perfect for serving warm holiday eggnog or classic punch. Ideal for collectors with an eye for history, or for those who appreciate a graceful, storied piece that complements an elegant, lived-in home.
Dive into the lore and listen to the WBEZ episode "Why is the Tom and Jerry a Midwest holiday tradition?"
