Lot 8
American (1904-1974)
Chase Corn and Pancake Sets (c. 1935)
Medium

chrome-plated brass, glass

Dimensions

pitcher (each): 5 1/4 × 6 1/4 × 3 1/2 inches

Signature

manufacturer marks to undersides

Estimate: $400 - $600

Price Realized: $288
Includes buyer's premium

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About this Lot
Description

Russel Wright for Chase Brass & Copper Co. comprising three complete sets and one partial set, each set comprising pitcher, tray, and two shakers (large and small)

partial set lacking tray

Provenance

The Estate of Ilon Specht

Condition

each in overall good condition, some areas of oxidation and abrasions, one pitcher with loose handle

Please note that despite careful examination, there may still be minor chips, blemishes, pitting, scratches, or other condition issues that were not observed at the time of inspection


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Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot.

Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.

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The Estate of Ilon Specht

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Ilon Specht was a pioneering advertising copywriter and creative director who first carved a place for herself in the heady "Mad Men" era of New York advertising. While still in her twenties, she created the iconic "Because I'm Worth It" campaign for L'Oreal Paris. Specht was a subject of author Malcom Gladwell and Oscar-winning documentarian Ben Proudfoot, whose documentary short The Final Copy of Ilon Specht is streaming on Amazon Prime. Her L'Oreal Paris campaign would change beauty advertising forever, catalyzing a pivot from an emphasis on pleasing men to promoting women's self-confidence and empowerment. Ilon also did groundbreaking work for the Peace Corps, Oxy 5, Underalls, and Life cereal. She was an avid collector, especially of Deco and American country, with an eye that transcended eras and fads. Unlikely collections adorned all corners of her dazzling apartment in the Dakota. After retiring from advertising, she moved to California and devoted herself full-time to making and dealing in beautiful things. As a mother, a stepmother, a friend, and a boss, Ilon Specht was caring, generous, courageous and brilliant. She changed many lives.

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