and the pewter top screws on nice and snug
has a porcelain clay body and a subtle
excepting one fine split in the wood near the top that was at one point (I am guessing long ago) glued tightly back together and is barely noticeable
rough in spots and with a greenish tone that make it feel rather ancient
The Modern House in America by James and Katherine Morrow Ford canister and the pewter top screwsA book by architects for architects,"The Modern House" by James Ford and Katherine Morrow Ford was first published by the Architectural Book Publishing Co., Inc, NY, in 1940. Through 300+ black and white photographs, ground plans, elevations, and statements by the architect(s), including regarding factors such as site, client needs, climate, construction details, and cost, the book documents mid century modern homes built by 30+ working architects,