Sascha Brastoff (1947–1963)

Costume designer Sascha Brastoff (1918–1993) opened a ceramics plant in Los Angeles in 1947 and made hand-painted vases, bowls, ashtrays, and figurines. In 1953 he managed a production staff of 80 workers. Overglaze gold trim and flamboyant decoration were his hallmarks. He introduced fine china dinnerware in 1954. The company’s ceramic products also included earthenware […]