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James Deponceau was born in Brockway Pennsylvania, the orignal home of the Wendell August Forge. His original name was Deponcean, one of the many Italian families in Brockway. Starting with Wendell August Forge in 1929, he left to work with Arthur Armour in 1934. He remained there until WW II. He produced his own work in Grove City, PA until 1952 when he relocated to Chautauqua New York. His work is carried on by his son Joseph and grandson Robert. He is profiled on page 82 of the book Wendell August Forge, 75 Years of Artistry in Metal written by Bonita Campbell in 1998.
This set of 4 3 1/4 inch wide hammered aluminum coasters is from the Mid-Century Eames period, the 1950s when most people has wood surfaces in their homes which had to be protected. Every home has multiple sets of coasters for special or everyday use. This particular set by James Deponceau features three of his popular designs: the Rose Design, the Dogwood design and his finely executed Pine Cone. Each one is signed DePonceau, Chautauqua, N.Y. 100% Handmade, dating it to the 1952-1955 period. All four coasters are in very fine shape and ready to protect your Paul McCobb or Heywood-Wakefield table. Add it to your hammered aluminum collection or Mid-Century home today. |
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