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Russel Wright

(United States, 1904-1976)
Estimate
8 000 - 10 000 SEK
760 - 950 EUR
872 - 1 090 USD
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13 000 SEK
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Russel Wright
(United States, 1904-1976)

An 'Oceana' sculpted wooden bowl, USA. Alva & Gunnar Myrdal Collection.

Stamped signature Russel Wright. Length 26 cm.

Minor wear, dry crack.

Provenance

Alva & Gunnar Myrdal. Thence by descent.

More information

Russel Wright was a versatile designer. Besides being a gifted craftsman he was also an appreciated interior decorator as well as an industrial designer. Eventually he got involved in nature preservation.

Family anecdote:
"The bowl by Russel Wright is one of the many gifts given to AGM during their stays in America".