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 (6 items)

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Florence Resnikoff, Ripple Pendant, 1984, 14k gold, titanium, niobium, and moonstone, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Carl Resnikoff, 2009.18.3A-B, © 1984, Florence Resnikoff
Ripple Pendant
Artist
Date1984
14k gold, titanium, niobium, and moonstone
Not on view
Florence Resnikoff, Choker, 1965, sterling silver, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Carl Resnikoff, 1997.47.2
Choker
Artist
Date1965
sterling silver
Not on view
Florence Resnikoff, Cross Axis Earrings, 1952, fine and sterling silver, plique a jour enamel, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Carl Resnikoff, 1997.47.1A-B
Cross Axis Earrings
Artist
Date1952
fine and sterling silver, plique a jour enamel
Not on view
Florence Resnikoff, Transposed Inlays Neckpiece, 1978, sterling silver, bronze, gold, mokume-gane disc, turquoise, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Carl Resnikoff, 1997.47.3
Transposed Inlays Neckpiece
Artist
Date1978
sterling silver, bronze, gold, mokume-gane disc, turquoise
Not on view

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pierced, soldered, oxidized and buffed silver
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