Ashtray
Object number2008.92.9
Mediummetal, patina
Credit LineGift of Edward J. Reis
DescriptionAshtray with figure of robot in back center; base has a dark copper color and has a lip around outside edge; in center is a shallow tray area with a rounded base at 12:00 that the robot is attached to; robot is an Art Deco interpretation of Elektro with his arms at his sides painted with a silver patina; figure is straddling an automotive wheel with feathered wings on both sides; in center of robot's chest is an oval painted logo. Green piece of felt is attached to bottom.Dimensions6.5 in. (16.5 cm)InscriptionsIn center of robot's chest is an oval painted logo, from 9:00 to 3:00 on a white background in silver is "WESTINGHOUSE", in the center is a flat left hand painted red on a black background, under the hand in silver is "AUTOMOTIVE / AIR BRAKES".
Historical NotesElektro ashtray.
Related institution
Westinghouse
Subjects
On View
Not on view
1939
1999
1943-1944
Mervin Allen Corning
