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1977

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1987

  • We acquired this object.

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Nutcracker (Italy)

This is a nutcracker. It was produced by Cini & Nils. It is dated ca. 1987 and we acquired it in 1987. Its medium is stainless steel. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Dr. Richard Grant. It is credited Gift of Dr. Richard Grant.

Its dimensions are

L x diam.: 16 x 2.5 cm (6 5/16 x 1 in.)

Cite this object as

Nutcracker (Italy); Produced by Cini & Nils; stainless steel; L x diam.: 16 x 2.5 cm (6 5/16 x 1 in.); Gift of Dr. Richard Grant; 1987-95-3

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