Lot # 32 - 1970's Space Age Ingrid “Party Ball” Picnic Set in Red Sphere

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 24-Jun-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 01-Jul-2026 7:31:00 PM
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Description :

Vintage Ingrid Chicago Picnic Ball complete portable picnic dining set in bright red melamine. This iconic Space Age design cleverly stores plates, bowls, and serving pieces inside a spherical carrying case with integrated handle, making it one of the most recognizable picnic sets of the 1960s and 1970s.

The set features colorful stackable melamine dishes housed inside the signature ball-shaped carrier. Its futuristic design and practical portability made it a popular choice for picnics, camping, boating, and outdoor entertaining.

Highly collectible among Mid-Century Modern enthusiasts and vintage plasticware collectors.

Measurements:

  • Picnic Ball Diameter: Approx. 12 inches
  • Height with Handle: Approx. 14 inches
  • Dinner Plates: Approx. 8–9 inches diameter
  • Bowls: Approx. 5–6 inches diameter

Condition:
Good vintage condition. Includes original carrying ball and assorted matching dinnerware pieces. Surface scratches, utensil marks, and light wear consistent with age and use. Handle remains attached and functional. Colors remain bright and attractive. Please review photos carefully for complete condition details and inventory of included pieces.

Historical Note:
Designed by Ingrid of Chicago during the height of the Space Age era, the Picnic Ball became an iconic example of Mid-Century Modern industrial design. Combining portability with colorful melamine tableware, these sets reflected the growing popularity of outdoor recreation and modern convenience during the 1960s and 1970s. Today they remain highly sought after by collectors of vintage plasticware and retro design.

Estimated Value:
80-100


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