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8 Frankfurter Kuche Aluminum and Glass Spice jars by Margarete Schuette-Lihotzky
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Description
Own a bit of kitchen design history!
Set of 8 glass and aluminum vintage condiment/spice containers designed by Margarete "Grete" Schutte-Lihotzky for her innovative Frankfurt Kitchen. Age appropriate condition for the aluminum lids and cork gaskets . Used condition includes patina, scratches and signs of oxidation.
Makers mark inside each lid shown in photos Gebruder Haarer, Frankfurt
Each of the jars are labled on top as follows (as shown in the group photo):
Kummel, Lorbeer, Backpulver, Nelken, Pfeffer, Tee, Vanille, and Muskat
The photo of the Frankfurt Kitchen storage box with bins and jars is only for reference and not included in the set. -
More Information
Notes: Bought from a dealer specializing in vintage German antiques who had purchased these with other elements of an early Frankfurter Kitchen around 25 years ago. Period: 1920-1949 Condition: Good. glass is in very good condition, aluminum caps and cork show signs commensurate with age Styles / Movements: Modern, Collectible Design, Industrial Patterns: Modern Catalog References: https://www.moma.org/interactives/exhibitions/2010/counter_space/the_frankfurt_kitchen/ Article References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankfurt_kitchen Lead Time: Ready to Ship Incollect Reference #: 784516 -
Dimensions
H. 6.3 in; Diam. 2.76 in; H. 16 cm; Diam. 7 cm;
Message from Seller:
CP Lighting, founded by Christopher Poehlmann in 1985, blends craft and design to create sculptural lighting fixtures that serve as functional art. Known for his innovative use of materials like welded aluminum and found objects, Poehlmann has been a leader in the field of organic design and has exhibited his work worldwide. Email: info@cplighting.com Phone: 414.426.1473