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1930

  • Work on this object began.

1940

  • Work on this object ended.

1991

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

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Napkin Holder

This is a Napkin holder. It was manufactured by Chase Brass & Copper Co.. It is dated 1930–40 and we acquired it in 1991. Its medium is polished chromium,plastic. 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: 8.4 x 10.5 x 15.5 cm (3 5/16 x 4 1/8 x 6 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Napkin Holder; Manufactured by Chase Brass & Copper Co. (United States); polished chromium,plastic; H x W x D: 8.4 x 10.5 x 15.5 cm (3 5/16 x 4 1/8 x 6 1/8 in.); Gift of Mel Byars; 1991-59-143

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