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Lamp Shade

This is a Lamp shade. It was designed by Jean-Michel Frank. We acquired it in 1968. Its medium is capiz shell. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Forsythe Sherfesee and Mrs. Forsythe Sherfesee. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Forsythe Sherfesee.

Its dimensions are

L x W x D: 28 x 27 x 20 cm (11 in. x 10 5/8 in. x 7 7/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Lamp Shade; Designed by Jean-Michel Frank (French, 1895–1941); capiz shell; L x W x D: 28 x 27 x 20 cm (11 in. x 10 5/8 in. x 7 7/8 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Forsythe Sherfesee; 1968-144-20

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