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Robert McKeown (1931-1989) was a great American artist. How do I know? His handcrafted objects are as relevant today as …
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Robert McKeown (1931-1989) was a great American artist. How do I know? His handcrafted objects are as relevant today as they were when he so beautifully designed them, nearly a half century ago. Offered are a pair of his iconic, tall salt & pepper shakers crafted from a light maple or ash wood with bold, geometric resin inlays. The resin's graphic, crisp lines are both modern and playful. The shakers would look at home on a kitchen table or as sculptures on a living room shelf. Both pieces are signed by the artist and are in wonderful condition with only minor wear.
McKeown was a graduate of the California College of Arts and Crafts and was an expert color theorist. He won much acclaim for his innovative resin and metal inlays, which he placed in an array of utilitarian objects. He focused on experimenting with color and line. His work was exhibited worldwide, including the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pennsylvania, the American Craft Museum in New York and the Yamaha Corporation American Craft Exhibit (1979-1980) in Japan. He was also a representative to the World Crafts CouncilConference in Vienna in 1980. Robert McKeown's work is prized and becoming increasingly more sought after. Tragically, the availability of his work is limited due to his untimely death in 1989, at the age of 58.
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- Dimensions
- 1.75ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 7.25ʺH
- Artist
- Robert McKeown
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Resin
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Condition is consistent with age and use. There is a light scuff mark on the side of the salt shaker … moreCondition is consistent with age and use. There is a light scuff mark on the side of the salt shaker and minor blemishes to its top resin. Both original cork stoppers show wear from use. Overall, these shakers are in remarkable condition. less
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