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Tray

Maker: James Prestini, American, 1908-1993
Medium: Brazilian padauk
Place Made: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Dates: ca. 1943-1953
Dimensions: 7/8 x 15 x 15 in. (2.2 x 38.1 x 38.1 cm)
Markings: Impressed on bottom: "PRESTINI"
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 81.113.8
Credit Line: Gift of Professor James Prestini
Image: Overall, 81.113.8_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph

Catalogue Description: Lathe-turned flat circular tray of Brazilian Padauk. Slightly upturned edges; simple molding around edge. No Prestini number. CONDITION: Some scratches from use on top and especially bottom. Tape mark on bottom.

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