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1934

  • Work on this object began.

1944

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1991

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Fiesta Pair Of Candlesticks

This is a Pair of candlesticks. It was designed by Ruth Gerth and William Gerth and manufactured by Chase Brass & Copper Co.. It is dated ca. 1935 and we acquired it in 1991. Its medium is chrome-plated metal, enameled wood. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mel Byars. It is credited Gift of Mel Byars.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 21 x 21 x 9.6 cm (8 1/4 x 8 1/4 x 3 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Fiesta Pair Of Candlesticks; Designed by Ruth Gerth (American, 1897–1952), William Gerth (American, 1892 - 1970); Manufactured by Chase Brass & Copper Co. (United States); USA; chrome-plated metal, enameled wood; H x W x D: 21 x 21 x 9.6 cm (8 1/4 x 8 1/4 x 3 3/4 in.); Gift of Mel Byars; 1991-59-131-a,b

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