DuPont began commercial production of Lucite in 1936. Originally used during World War II it was used in submarine and airplane manufacturing, in the 1950s Lucite gained popularity as a must-have material in handbag, jewelry and furniture design. From May 10 through June 10, New York materials library Material ConneXion will mount an exhibit of Lucite’s use in a range of industries from furnishings to fashion, architecture to merchandising.
For more information, please visit materialconnexion.com.
Image courtesy Vladimir Kagan.
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