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Pair of Train Lights for the 20th Century Limited

Creator: Henry Dreyfuss
Offered by: TFTM

Description
These lights were mounted in the ceiling of the 20th Century Limited. Henry Dreyfuss re-designed both the exterior and interior in 1938, of the 20th Century Limited, one of the most famous of the Streamline Trains. The convex glass insert magnifies the light. Henry Dreyfuss was one of America’s foremost modern industrial designers. Starting in 1929 when Henry Dreyfuss opened his own studio until 1969 when he retired, his modernist designs touched every aspect of the American public.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	travel brochure
Origin:	United States
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	aluminum, glass
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1938
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Deco
Dealer Reference #:	PTLTCL
Incollect Reference #:	382728

Dimensions

Diam.	8 in;
Diam.	20.32 cm;

Message from Seller:

TFTM (Thanks For The Memories) features original 20th century modern art, furnishings and design. GALLERY: 8319 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90069 United States p: 323.852.9407 e: contact@tftmmelrose.com

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