Decorative Mold, Gailstyn-Sutton for Towle, Lobster, Hand Painted Ceramic, Japan, Vintage 1980s

For the kitchen that tells a story — this one speaks of the sea.

• Maker: Gailstyn-Sutton, a trademark of Leonard Silver Mfg. Co., distributed through Towle
• Materials: Hand painted ceramic
• Dimensions: 11.375 inches long, 8 inches wide, approx. 2.75 inches tall
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Era: Vintage, 1981–1989 (trademark active dates)
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition — no chips, scratches, or defects. Original label intact. Pre-drilled with hanging ring. Not oven-safe. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.

This large mold features a bold, brilliantly red lobster at center, surrounded by sweeping green shells along the rim, and retains its original label reading "Made exclusively for Gailstyn-Sutton™, Towle Company, Japan." Pre-drilled with a metallic hanging ring, it's designed to live on the wall; if used for cold preparations like Jello molds or chilled salads, we recommend display use only.

A standout piece for the coastal home collector, and a genuinely thoughtful gift for anyone who loves the shore year-round — housewarming, birthday, or just because.

Gailstyn-Sutton molds were produced in Japan and distributed through Towle, the venerable American silversmithing house, during the 1980s — a period when decorative ceramic wall molds were a staple of country kitchen style.

We carry several other Gailstyn-Sutton molds in this same series — browse our shop to find a matching set.