Trivet

c. 1939

Albert Rudin

Associated Names
Albert Rudin

Artist, American, 1882 - 1943

The sculpture is a decorative iron trivet with intricate scrollwork and the phrase "BEST ON EARTH" displayed across three lines. It is made from cast iron, giving it a brown and slightly rustic appearance. The sculpture has an elongated oval shape with symmetrical ornamental designs resembling organic curves and floral motifs. It appears to be a practical object, likely used to support hot pots and pans. The bold lettering directly draws the viewer's attention.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 25 x 19.1 cm (9 13/16 x 7 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 7 15/16" long; 9/16" high; 4 15/16" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16568

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 502, no. 1841.

Wikidata ID

Q64533947

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