Rerunning this post — because in the meantime I discovered these are called “Cinderella bathtubs.” Here’s Alice’s, too. There were “Cinderella windows”, too. Stay tuned on that one.
We are getting a clean start hehehe to 2009 with this post showcasing some simply wonderful bathtubs from the postwar period. Oh my gosh, look at this 1947 “neo angle” from American Standard … My dream bathtub, no question. But if I had one of these, there probably wouldn’t be a blog, because I’d never leave it. Read on for more vintage tubs … and 6 photos in all…
Above: A 1959 Kohler Mayflower, recessed. Kohler still makes the Mayflower model – it’s petite, but very nice! If I had the space, I’d use it – in pink, of course!
Doesn’t this 1959 Kohler Cosmopolitan just glisten! Notice the little rings holding back the shower curtain in all these images. I’ve never seen this before. Do you think people really did this in their homes? Or is it just for advertising, to show off the tubs while still featuring a shower curtain? Readers – any real-life examples found in your time capsule homes?
The copy is fun to read. I think that Amy’s little tub/shower may be the Kohler Standish “showering bath” mentioned here.
NOTE:
If you are the owner of an older porcelain enamel bathtub or sinks — or are considering buying one — please see my May 2, 2016 story Understanding potential lead hazards in old porcelain enamel bathtubs and sinks and ceramic tile of any age; this article focuses on raising awareness around three other potential sources of lead dust exposure in your home – old porcelain enamel bathtubs and sinks and ceramic tile of any era — and steps you can take to assess and, if required, address them.
AnnR says
I have two bathtubs like that! One if taupe, the other white. Mostly we use the shower cause they’re a little short to stretch out in. But they are very deep.
Heather says
Divine!!!
Anita says
My grandmother’s house had one of those corner tubs in the guest bathroom, I took many a bath in it as a kid and always thought it was too cool. I’m thinking the inside shape of the tub was kinda ‘L’ shaped though, but not positive….
Darlahood says
This image is missing something absolutely vital…. a cocktail.
(Reminds me of the bathtub scene from The Women… I think it was Joan Collins in the tub… talking on the phone with her private phone line… lulz-city)
Alice says
These are great examples Pam. I’m not sure if I ever sent to you the little “lady’s tub” that is in our pink bathroom…it’s terribly adorable, though doesn’t seem to be terribly practical (although it has come in handy to wash my Spaniel a couple of times!)…It’s too short to sink down into!
sumacsue says
The bathtub in my sister’s house has some sort of little rings for the shower curtain. But, it’s a bungalow from the early 1900’s. Great bathroom. The tiles in it, and around the fireplace in the living room, were made by Rookwood Pottery in Cincinnati. Beautiful!
Femme1 says
My grandmother had one of the pink square tubs in her bathroom. Just to make you drool, she also had an all-pink kitchen with pink appliances, including pink washer and dryer!
Carla says
My mom’s house has rings to hold back the curtain, and it was built in the 1980s! Not that we ever used them though.
Anne H says
Hi Pam, my Aunt has one of those blue AS tubs in her PA farmhouse. I enjoyed several happy baths in it this past summer…there were hooks for shower curtains, but I don’t remember what they looked like. Next time I visit, I will take notes while waiting for the tub to fill up. 🙂
John says
Hi Pam, love these tubs. My parents had one in their bathroom off the kitchen. When they were remodling bathroom they kept the tub(gray). They did gray tile with black tile accents. I convinced them to reverse colors in tub surround to Black with gray accents. Even the installer was apprehensive!! After it was done they all agreed it looked Fabulous!!!!
I am thinking of doing the same combination in my bathroom when I get around to restoring it back to 1959. Then using accessories in turquois to give it some punch!!