$246
Louis A. McMillen Wearable Art Pin Silver, copper Massachusetts, 1946 Hand-wrought, abstract and geometric devices with copper pin back, signed and dated, lg. 4 7/8 in. Note: Louis Albert McMillen (1916-1998) was an American architect, designer, and artist who was one of the original founding partners of The Architects Collaborative with Walter Gropius and six other architects. McMillen was part of TAC from its founding in 1945 until its demise in 1995. McMillen's silver pins were exhibited at The 2nd Annual Exhibition of Contemporary Jewelry, Walker Art Center, Minneapolis in March, 1948. Estimate $250-350 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-12-14
