Rare Vintage 1960 Corning Ware P-2 1/2-B Blue Cornflower 3Q Pyrex Lid P-9-C-1
This vintage Corning Ware Blue Cornflower lidded casserole dish (model P-10-B) is a highly collectible piece from the Mid-Century Modern era and one of the larger, harder-to-find sizes in the classic P-series line. Produced by Corning Glass Works, the Blue Cornflower collection became a beloved American kitchen staple beginning in the late 1950s, recognized for its durable pyroceram construction and soft cobalt floral motif. This dish features the crisp white body, rounded square form, and integrated side handles that define early Corning Ware design.
With its matching original P-10-C lid and bright Blue Cornflower artwork, this piece offers strong display appeal in both modern and vintage-styled kitchens. Its spacious capacity makes it ideal for baking, roasting, serving, and everyday cooking, while its heat-resistant pyroceram body ensures lasting performance. The surface remains clean and glossy, with no chips, cracks, or use marks, indicating exceptional preservation.
Collectors value the larger P-series casserole sizes for their limited availability and classic Mid-Century Modern aesthetic. This example, in excellent condition and complete with its original lid, is a standout addition for Corning Ware collectors, vintage cookware enthusiasts, and those curating authentic Mid-Century kitchenware.
Why It’s Special?
The P-10-B size is considered rare due to its shorter production period and lower manufacturing volume compared to smaller P-series casseroles. High-condition examples with their original lids are increasingly difficult to source, especially with markings this clean.
Product Details
Brand: Corning Ware
Manufacturer: Corning Glass Works
Model: P-10-B
Lid Model Code: P-10-C
Origin: U.S.A.
Collection / Pattern: Blue Cornflower
Estimated Era and Date: Mid-Century Modern, c. 1958–1960s
Material: Pyroceram
Color: White with Blue Cornflower motif
Occasion: Everyday cooking, baking, serving, collectible display
Style / Pattern / Theme / Design Notes: Classic MCM kitchenware; cobalt floral detailing; rounded square casserole with integrated handles
Features
Larger and harder-to-find P-10-B size
Original matching P-10-C lid
Durable pyroceram body suitable for oven, stovetop, broiler, and microwave
Crisp Blue Cornflower artwork with glossy white finish
Iconic MCM design ideal for collectors and functional kitchen use
Dimensions
Length: 12 in
Width: 10 in
Height: 4 in
Capacity: 3 quarts / approx. 2.8 liters
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The dish appears to have never been used, with a clean glossy surface, vivid Blue Cornflower artwork, and no chips or cracks. The lid is equally well-preserved, and both pieces show minimal signs of age or storage. A beautifully maintained example of an increasingly scarce size.
