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Jean Tschumi, “Sandoz Headquarters”, Paris, France, Director’s desk perspective (1949?1950). Pencil and charcoal on tracing paper, 21 x 29 inches. Courtesy: Bernard Tschumi.
Architect Bernard Tschumi has donated forty-three drawings by his father, the Swiss architect Jean Tschumi (1904-1962), to the Architecture and Design Department of The Museum of Modern Art, New York (MoMA). Jean Tschumi, a key contributor toward the evolution of modern architecture and design in the mid-20th century, was known as an influential figure in both architectural education and the development of international architectural practice.
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Eva Teakettle Eva Zeisel, 2005
Eva Zeisel designed this kettle and imprinted her signature curved shape with an extra sensitivity to touch. This ergonomically designed 1.8-quart kettle has a seamless body and spout, a wide base for rapid boiling, a removable harmonic whistle, and a soft-touch stay-cool offset handle for easy pouring. Made of stainless steel and red enamel with a silicone grip. Hand-wash only.
$95.00
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