Vintage Vitreous China Toilet Tank – Model B42 – 18⅛" x 7¾" x 12"

Description :
This 1987 vitreous china toilet tank, marked Model B42, is a classic rectangular fixture featuring softly rounded corners and a clean mid-century profile. The tank retains its original fired enamel glaze with interior mineral staining consistent with age. Though showing signs of use and storage, it remains structurally sound and ready for restoration or reuse. Its neutral design makes it suitable for pairing with a wide range of toilet bowl models from the 1980s, particularly those by American Standard and Crane.

Era:
Late 20th century (dated 1987).

Style:
Transitional Utility / Postmodern Functional.

Technique:
Slip-cast vitreous china with kiln-fired porcelain enamel coating for water resistance and shine retention.

Tools Used:
Slip molds, enamel sprayers, gas-fired kiln, and ceramic finishing buffers.

History:
By 1987, American Standard and similar U.S. sanitary manufacturers were transitioning toward modernized ceramic production while maintaining durable vitreous finishes. The B42 model reflects this bridge between mid-century quality and contemporary efficiency.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown (likely American Standard or Crane, based on model marking and material).

Measurements:
18⅛" W x 7¾" D x 12" T

Suggested Weight:
Approx. 35–45 lbs.

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension:
24" L x 14" W x 18" H (boxed or palletized with foam padding).



Music:
Set the tone of the 1980s utility era with Talking Heads’ “Once in a Lifetime”—a fitting nod to function, durability, and design that outlasts trends.

Item Number : P15087

Category : Toilet Tank

Brand : Unknown (possible American Standard or Trenton Potteries, based on material and form)