Toast rack 1881

Christopher Dresser's "Toast Rack" from 1881 exemplifies the British designer's commitment to functionalist aesthetics. Constructed from silver and brass, the object features a series of interconnected rods and spheres that create a radial, almost sunburst-like pattern. The combination of materials and the geometric design showcase Dresser's preference for clean lines and minimalist form, traits that would influence later movements in design like Art Nouveau and Modernism.