"Filterjet" Fan
Designed by Peter Schlumbohm, American (born Germany), 1896 - 1962. Made by Chemex Corporation, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 1936 - present.
Geography:
Made in United States, North and Central America
Date:
Designed 1951Medium:
Plastic and rubber composite housing, filter paper discsDimensions:
Diameter: 22 inches (55.9 cm)Curatorial Department:
European Decorative Arts and SculptureObject Location:
1983-48-1Credit Line:
Gift of Chemex Corporation, 1983
Made in United States, North and Central America
Date:
Designed 1951Medium:
Plastic and rubber composite housing, filter paper discsDimensions:
Diameter: 22 inches (55.9 cm)Curatorial Department:
European Decorative Arts and SculptureObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:1983-48-1Credit Line:
Gift of Chemex Corporation, 1983
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When Chemex introduced the "Filterjet" fan in 1951, it was advertised as "the first electric fan that filters air," without the aid of blades. Schlumbohm designed a number of products for Chemex, including a well-known coffeemaker and a water kettle.
