Brass Fire Poker for Saarinen Swanson Group

About the Item

Large fire poker for Saarinen Swanson Group by J. Robert Swanson, Pipsan Swanson Saarinen and Eliel Saarinen, c.1940s, USA. Pipsan, part of the famous Saarinen family, created this piece alongside her husband Robert Swanson under her father, Eliel Saarinen's company. The poker has a simplistic design with a long handle, ribbed at the top and two prong poker. The brass has patinated in accordance with their age and use. Dimensions 5.75" width x 1.25" depth x 47.25" height. Condition Good vintage condition with age appropriate patina for items use and age.

Creator:
Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson (Designer),Eliel Saarinen (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 47.25 in (120.02 cm)Width: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
Style:
Minimalist (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1940-1949
Date of Manufacture:
1940s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition with age appropriate patina for items use and age.
Seller Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1645248329182