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Dessert 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.
This text refers to these objects: 76.99.5; 76.99.3; 76.99.4; 76.99.6; 76.99.7
DESIGNER Russel Wright, American, 1904–1976
MAKER John Hull Cutlery Corporation
MEDIUM Stainless steel
DATES ca. 1952
DIMENSIONS 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm)
MARKINGS raised on back "PAT/PEND"; "HULL STAINLESS" and in script, "Russel Wright"
SIGNATURE no signature
INSCRIPTIONS no inscriptions
COLLECTIONS Decorative Arts and Design
ACCESSION NUMBER 76.99.5
CREDIT LINE Gift of Russel Wright
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