Platter

James Prestini, Platter, 1933-1953, ebonized ash, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of the artist, 1970.46.19
James Prestini, Platter, 1933-1953, ebonized ash, 1 1⁄8 x 13 3⁄8 in. (2.9 x 34.0 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of the artist, 1970.46.19

Artwork Details

Title
Platter
Artist
Date
1933-1953
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
1 1⁄8 x 13 3⁄8 in. (2.9 x 34.0 cm) diam.
Credit Line
Gift of the artist
Mediums
Mediums Description
ebonized ash
Classifications
Object Number
1970.46.19
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1970.46.19

Artwork Description

James Prestini perfected the revolutionary technique of crafting vessels with porcelain-thin walls. His work became famous in the 1940s, and people were amazed by his innovative use of such a familiar material. Prestini's skilled use of the lathe shows in his perfectly symmetrical bowls and platters, and their simple forms, soft curves, and clear finishes emphasize the beauty of each type of wood.

Works by this artist (10 items)

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Al Rendón, Don Socrates, 1998, printed 2015, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase through the Smithsonian Latino Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian Latino Center, 2016.6.7, © 1998, Al Rendón
Don Socrates
Artist
Date1998, printed 2015
gelatin silver print
Not on view
Al Rendón, Paso de la muerte, 2002, printed 2015, inkjet print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase through the Smithsonian Latino Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian Latino Center, 2016.6.8, © 2002, Al Rendón
Paso de la muerte
Artist
Date2002, printed 2015
inkjet print
Not on view
Al Rendón, Charro showing roping skills, 1998, printed 2015, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase through the Smithsonian Latino Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian Latino Center, 2016.6.6, © 1998, Al Rendón
Charro showing roping skills
Artist
Date1998, printed 2015
gelatin silver print
Not on view
Al Rendón, Event Judges, 1995, printed 2015, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase through the Smithsonian Latino Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian Latino Center, 2016.6.5, © 1995, Al Rendón
Event Judges
Artist
Date1995, printed 2015
gelatin silver print
Not on view

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Artist
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Artist
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pen and ink, conte crayon, and pencil on paper
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