Ashtray
Object number2015.107.8 a-c
OriginDerry, PA
MediumPorcelain/Ceramic/Glaze/Felt/Paper/Ink/Adhesive
Credit LineIn memory of Edward J. Reis
DescriptionWestinghouse ceramic ashtray with original box.Dimensions(a) Height 5.75, Width 6.875, Depth 1.188;(b) Height 7.625, Width 7.375, Depth 1.75;
(c) Height 7.125, Width 7.125, Depth 1.75.
Inscriptions(a)
Top has raised text along top "WESTINGHOUSE" and a large recessed "W" shape at center.
Marks(b)
Box face has blue text "W [Westinghouse logo] / Westinghouse / PORCELAIN ASH TRAY / Westinghouse Electric Corporation / INDUSTRIAL CERAMICS DEPARTMENT [dot] DERRY, PA 15627".
Historical NotesPart of a collection of Westinghouse-related material collected by Ed Reis.
Previous owner
Edward J. Reis
Terms
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