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1925

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1975

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1991

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Kronos Butter Spreader

This is a butter spreader. It was designed by Donald A. Wallance. It is dated mid-20th century and we acquired it in 1991. Its medium is balsa wood. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by David M. Wallance and Gregory J. Wallance. It is credited Gift of David and Gregory Wallance.

Cite this object as

Kronos Butter Spreader; Designed by Donald A. Wallance (American, 1909 – 1990); balsa wood; Gift of David and Gregory Wallance; 1991-81-632

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