Teapot for "Apollo Sky-Scraper" set, c. 1927
Silver-plated brassexpand_more
The Modernism Collection, gift of Norwest Bank Minnesotaexpand_more 98.276.107.1
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Designers of accessories for the urban home soon drew on the "vertical" city's premier 1920s emblem, the skyscraper, as an appropriate design motif. Its terraced step-back form provided the inspiration for a host of home furnishings, including this "Skyscraper" tea and coffee set by Louis W. Rice.
Details
- Title
- Teapot for "Apollo Sky-Scraper" set
- Artist Life
- American (born Germany), 1872 - 1933
- Role
- Designer
- Accession Number
- 98.276.107.1
- Curator Approved
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