"Filterjet" Fan

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"Filterjet" Fan

Designed 1951

Designed by Peter Schlumbohm (American (born Germany), 1896–1962) Made by Chemex Corporation, Pittsfield, Massachusetts (1936–present)

When 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.

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Object Details

Titles:

"Filterjet" Fan

Date:

Designed 1951

Artists:

Designed by Peter Schlumbohm (American (born Germany), 1896–1962) Made by Chemex Corporation, Pittsfield, Massachusetts (1936–present)

Medium:

Styrene acrylonitrile or ABS, rubber composite housing, filter paper discs

Dimensions:

Diameter: 22 inches (55.9 cm)

Classification:

Tools/Equipment

Credit Line:

Gift of Chemex Corporation, 1983

Accession Number:

1983-48-1

Geography:

Made in United States, North and Central America

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