1996 An Asymmetrical Brushed Steel Dish by Bruce MacDonald Brm

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Born in 1958 in Burlington, Vermont, Bruce R. MacDonald creates captivating metal works out of stainless steel. MacDonald graduated with … Read more Born in 1958 in Burlington, Vermont, Bruce R. MacDonald creates captivating metal works out of stainless steel. MacDonald graduated with a degree from Haverford College in 1981 and decided to create physical objects.

In certain respects he’s the one-man equivalent of the Chase Brass and Copper Company (of Waterbury, CT), which shifted to home furnishings during the depression to stave off bankruptcy. As you collectors know, they were wildly successful, hiring some of the top designers of the day, churning out everything from cocktail shakers to salt shakers. They’re a top collectible, have been for years. BRM's work will be, too.

Bruce MacDonald could be considered the new wave, all by himself!

So, here we have a totally cool, modern-appearing whatnot dish, good for holding anything from business cards to cashews.

Doesn’t this design, particularly vis-a-vis the underneath ball supports, and the asymmetrical design, make you think of the Italian Memphis forms and shapes?

In excellent condition, about 8 inches across, standing 2 inches high. Some extremely shallow marks here and there (I hesitate to say “scratches,” but there it is. See less