Russel Wright

Ann Kerr, Collector’s Encyclopedia Russel Wright, Paducah, KY, pp. 68, 77 and 79

Overall very good original condition. This lot is very rare offering displaying Wright’s signature design aesthetic. Please note the dimensions of this table, as it is a large scale design. The table presents with a few minor edge chips, nicks and scattered surface scratches to the top of the table, consistent with gentle use. With some minor surface soiling to the interior of the compartments. The larger drawer is fitted with four dividers and is accessible on two sides of the table. The veneer throughout this work remains in excellent condition, and intact. The metal handles with minor discoloration consistent with the natural aging process and handling of this material. This multi-sided table was designed by Wright for use between or adjacent to multiple furniture designs. A wonderful example of Wright’s furniture design and aesthetic.
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The present lot is a rare example of Russel Wright’s early furniture designs for Heywood-Wakefield.  When he signed with the firm in 1934, Wright had planned to design a 60-piece line that would premiere at Bloomingdale’s flagship store in New York.  However, due to manufacturing disagreements and lack of orders, Wright was dismissed by the firm only a year later with most of his designs never realized.