Chase Brass and Copper Co (American, Est. 1876)
Ruth Gerth (American, 1897-1952) & William Gerth (1892-1970)
Disc Candelabrum, c. 1930-36
solid copper
8 5/8” long x 4” wide x 4 ¾” high
Description: A geometric machine age candlestick designed by Ruth Gerth for Chase Brass & Copper co, c. 1930s. The intersecting disc forms are evocative of the space age designs of the era bringing to mind thoughts of Saturn and satellites. Chrome editions are more common with solid copper being scarce.
Condition: Vintage, Very Good
For Accuracy: light shelf wear, as expected on any vintage candlestick. There is some aging to the patination. See photographs.
Literature:
Chase Complete: Deco Specialties of the Chase Brass & Copper Co. Johnson and Pina. PP. 123.
The Machine Age in America 1918-1941. The Brooklyn Museum, NY. PP. 326 Fig. 8.79.
