Florsheim/Goldberg: An Extended Conversation 
15 February 2018
Florsheim/Goldberg: An Extended Conversation 
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Arthur Siegel 1913–1978

Lillian's Kitchen

1949-52 / printed later
inkjet print 23½ h × 29½ w in (60 × 75 cm)
estimate: $200–300
result: $188
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Arthur Siegel photographed Goldberg's groundbreaking kitchen that bridged Lillian Florsheim's home and studio. The interior was all black, white and silver, with fiberglass walls and stainless steel appliances.
provenance: Collection of Bertrand Goldberg | Thence by descent

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In 1948, Lillian Florsheim asked her architect son-in-law, Bertrand Goldberg to renovate her home and studio. For the project, Goldberg designed a pioneering and sophisticated kitchen that bridged the two buildings clad in fiberglass and featuring only white, black and silver within. Custom fixtures including a spice rack made of perforated metal and automotive parts were included in the unique design. When completed, Arthur Siegel photographed the interior for the architect. The innovative kitchen was featured in a number of publications including the Chicago Tribune and Home & Garden. 

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