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| Object Name |
Bust |
| Description |
An unglazed redware bust of Ross Coffin Purdy. Purdy is dressed in a suit jacket, dress shirt and bow tie. |
| Artist |
Powell, Robert |
| Collection |
Ross C. Purdy Museum Collection |
| Dimensions |
H-51 W-15 L-35 cm |
| Early Date |
1925 |
| Late Date |
1950 |
| Material |
Ceramic/Earthenware |
| Medium |
Unglazed |
| Notes |
Purdy was a leader in the ceramic industry and served the American Ceramic Society as General Secretary and Editor from 1921 to 1946. Prior to this, he worked at The Mosaic Tile Company, the Norton Company, and The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. |
| Place of Origin |
United States |
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The American Ceramic Society, Copyright 2005
Last modified on: February 15, 2005
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