Bowl
James Prestini
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Caption
James Prestini (American, 1908–1993). Bowl, ca. 1943–1953. Birch wood, 2 3/8 x 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 in. (6 x 11.1 x 11.1 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Professor James Prestini, 81.113.2. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
Maker
Title
Bowl
Date
ca. 1943–1953
Geography
Place manufactured: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Medium
Birch wood
Classification
Dimensions
2 3/8 x 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 in. (6 x 11.1 x 11.1 cm)
Markings
On bottom: impressed "PRESTINI"; in crayon "196"; paper label "s"
Credit Line
Gift of Professor James Prestini
Accession Number
81.113.2
Frequent Art Questions
Who made this?
This bowl was created by James Prestini and was donated to the Museum by the artist himself! It was created in the 1940s or early 50s and expresses the organic, simple forms that were popular in mid-century design.Thanks!
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