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Date
1963
Description
The Dutch United Tin Company commissioned M.C. Escher to create a tin commemorating its 75th anniversary. He designed a complex 20 sided and embossed tin. The company produced 7,000 tins that were filled with chocolates and given to friends, employees, and associates.
Object Number
AM.0319
Box Number
01
Material
tin (metal)
Dimensions
13.3 x 13.3 x 13.3 cm (5 1/4 x 5 1/4 x 5 1/4 inches)
Keywords
Arthur Loeb Design Science Teaching Collection