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Dinner Fork, American Modern Line

Decorative Arts and Design

Russel Wright created cutlery that both feels good in the hand and presents a sensuous, curving appearance. Designed for production in stainless steel, these pieces reflect a new interest in casual living, with comfort and convenience outweighing outmoded ideas of elegance.
MEDIUM Stainless steel
DATES ca. 1952
DIMENSIONS 7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm)
MARKINGS raised on back "PAT/PEND"; "HULL STAINLESS" and in script, "Russel Wright"
SIGNATURE no signature
INSCRIPTIONS no inscriptions
ACCESSION NUMBER 76.99.4
CREDIT LINE Gift of Russel Wright
MUSEUM LOCATION This item is not on view
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