Russel Wright

Russel Wright was an American industrial designer whose iconic 'American Modern' dinnerware brought modern design to everyday homes.

ABOUT

Born in Lebanon, Ohio, Russel Wright (1904–1976) was an American industrial designer who profoundly shaped the mid-20th century American home. After early training at the Art Academy of Cincinnati and the Art Students League, and a brief career in theater set design, Wright shifted his focus to industrial design. He married Mary Small Einstein, a designer and sculptor, in 1927, and together they formed Wright Accessories, creating innovative home objects like spun aluminum s…

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NOTABLE WORKS

Pepper shaker 1928 · The Metropolitan Museum of Art Salt shaker 1928 · The Metropolitan Museum of Art Spoons 1930 · The Metropolitan Museum of Art Salad spoon 1930 · The Metropolitan Museum of Art Model for a spoon 1930 · The Metropolitan Museum of Art Salad fork 1930 · The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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INFLUENCES

Influenced by

Frank DuveneckAmerican Realism Kenneth Hayes MillerAmerican Scene Painting Boardman RobinsonSocial Realism Norman Bel GeddesStreamline Moderne