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Can, Trash

Object number2019.18.6

MediumMetal; Paper; Adhesive; Ink; Paint

Credit LineGift of Steve Zumoff

DescriptionBrown painted metal garbage can or trash can. Cylindrical hollow body with vertical seam at center of back. Chrome metal base. Garbage can is open at the bottom. Top section is domed with rounded trapezoidal chrome metal opening at front center. Exterior surface is covered with stickers and graffiti.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 35.25 x 15.5 x 16 in. (89.5 x 39.4 x 40.6 cm)
InscriptionsOpening at front center of top domed section has imprinted text vertically down center "PUSH".

Exterior surface is covered with stickers and graffiti.
Historical NotesGarbage can from the Beehive Coffeehouse. The Beehive Coffeehouse, located at 1327 E. Carson Street was a South Side institution for 28 years. It opened in 1991 at the nascent end of a developing coffee shop culture that would soon proliferate in urban centers throughout the country. It was one of the first coffee shops in Pittsburgh. For many years it served as a gathering place for local artists that lived in the neighborhood that often worked there as well. Co-owners Steve Zumoff and Scott Kramer cited rising rents, increased competition, and low sales as the reason they were closing the shop. They also had a shop in Oakland that closed in 2002. The décor of the Beehive was made up of thrifted objects and pieces by local artists. The collection reflects the unique décor and atmosphere of the Beehive.

Related institution Beehive Coffeehouse and Dessertery (1991 - 2018)

Related person Steve Zumoff

Related person Scott Kramer

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