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European Decorative Arts and Sculpture "Filterjet" Fan Made in United States Designed 1951 Designed by Peter Schlumbohm, American (born Germany), 1896 - 1962. Made by Chemex Corporation, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 1936 - present. Plastic and rubber composite housing, filter paper discs Diameter: 22 inches (55.9 cm) Currently not on view 1983-48-1 Gift of Chemex Corporation, 1983 |
Gallery LabelWhen Chemex introduced the "Filterjet" fan in 1951, it was advertised as "the first electric fan that filters air," without the aid of blades. Schlumbohm designed a number of products for Chemex, including a well-known coffeemaker and a water kettle. |
