| Accession # |
85.158.6a-b |
|
Designer |
Russel Wright
|
|
Manufacturer |
Chase Brass & Copper Co., Inc.
|
| Title |
Salt Shaker, from Four-piece Corn Set |
| Date |
mid 1930s |
| Medium |
Chromed metal |
| Dimensions |
Overall: 1 1/8 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. (2.9 x 3.8 x 3.8 cm)
Diameter of base (b): 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) |
| Marks |
Stamped on underside of base: "CHASE / U.S.A. / [company logo with centaur drawing bow]" |
| Inscriptions |
no inscriptions |
| Signed |
no signature |
| Credit Line |
Gift of Paul F. Walter |
| Location |
Visible Storage: Case 17, Shelf K (Contemporary Design)
|
| Description |
Chromed metal saltshaker; hollow sphere (a) raised on short cylindrical base (b) that unscrews for filling. Two concentric rings of holes in top of sphere. Part of corn set (85.158.4-7a-b).
CONDITION: Minor wear to all surfaces. Both pieces tarnished on threads. (a) Scratches throughout with minor pitting. (b) Two large scratches on side reveal brass body beneath plating. Tarnished on threads. |
