Sunday Lewis made a delivery to the D.C. area. Since he was that far from our home base in the Northern Neck of Virginia, he decided, "What the heck, I think that I'll just go out junking." So he set off from there in hunt of whatever might cross his path. We have learned that you never know what you might find, or where for that matter. Lewis happened into a shop that had older garden stuff just looking. He came across a large bird cage. He had seen a similar cage in another high end shop and was familiar with it's designer, Frederick Weinberg. He purchased the cage and brought it home along with a few other pieces that he found.
I was not familiar with Frederick Weinberg. So my task at hand was to learn about him and his work. I have had to hurry in order to keep up with my son, so that I might sound like I am up on all the items in the shop. The birdcage that he found is very similar to the one above that sold at auction, but the one he found is designed to hang. It is the same size and design otherwise. The one below is shaped like a bird. ironic.
I never realized how many old interesting birdcages are out there. I happen upon
this page on 1stdibs. Click and enjoy.
Frederick Weinberg was based in Philadelphia. He has an artist as well as an industrial designer. He produced decorative wall sculptures in fiber glass and wire. His company bore his name. He manufactures lamps, furniture, and clocks for both home and businesses. He is know for his Atomic clocks.
I think that his furniture is fun and imaginative as well as useful. He used rattan with metal rods to create some unique pieces.
He was an artist in his own wright. Although he is better now for his production pieces. So many of his works are iconic to the 1950's. His works helped create the feel for the era. Lastly here is one of his paintings.
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