The Modern House in America by James and Katherine Morrow Ford curiosities the piece overall is in

the piece overall is in very good vintage condition

The pendant is marked with 925

I first grabbed this wooden egg for its beautiful exterior

hence the notion to hang it on the wall--though perhaps someone more industrious than I could put this vise to good practical use

The Modern House in America by James and Katherine Morrow Ford curiosities the piece overall is inA book by architects for architects,"The Modern House" by James Ford and Katherine Morrow Ford was first published by the Architectural Book Publishing Co., Inc, NY, in 1940. Through 300+ black and white photographs, ground plans, elevations, and statements by the architect(s), including regarding factors such as site, client needs, climate, construction details, and cost, the book documents mid century modern homes built by 30+ working architects,