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Cylindrical Vase

Designer: Russel Wright, American, 1904-1976
Manufacturer: Wright Accessories/Raymor
Medium: Spun aluminum
Place Manufactured: New York, New York, USA
Dates: 1929-1935
Dimensions: 10 1/4 x 9 1/4 x 9 1/4 in. (26 x 23.5 x 23.5 cm)
Markings: On base: stamped "RUSSEL WRIGHT"; paper label inscribed, "V FB"
Signature: no signature
Inscriptions: no inscriptions
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in American Identities: A New Look, Modern Life, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 83.108.21
Credit Line: Gift of Paul F. Walter
Image: Overall, 83.108.21_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph

Catalogue Description: Cylindrical shape with flared rim. Condition: Fair. Marked discoloration and stains in interior of vase. Moderate staining on exterior. Numerous scratches throughout. Rim dented and pitted. On bottom, adhesive accretion from old paper label. Denting and pitting on base rim.

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