Lot 444
Steuben Glass Goblets. Steuben Glass Works was founded in 1903 by T.G Hawkes and Frederick Carder at Corning, New York, and although it was purchased by the Corning Glass Works in 1918, it continued under Carder's direction until 1933. Known for its iridescent glassware and overlapping colored inlays, in the 1930s the firm began making glassware from a new colorless lead crystal developed by Corning. Steuben has since come to be best known for its cut, engraved, and free-blown designs fashioned from this type of crystal glass. Today, Steuben crystal ware is simply iconic - emblematic of the modernist aesthetic from which it was born. In the words of Lawrence Jeffrey, "Steuben is authentic American chic. Perfect in any décor and exceptional in a Mid-Century setting."
Set of six baluster stem glasses designed by George Thompson ca. 1940-1949 (pattern 7877), H. 6-1/2", D. 3-1/2". This stylish design is perhaps the most coveted of all modernist glasses. Certainly intended as water glasses, their luxurious weight and prodigious dimensions recommend their use today as wine goblets. The scripted Steuben hallmark is acid etched at the bottom center of the foot of each. In excellent condition, the set is complete with original protective felt sacks and Bullocks Los Angeles box. Estimated Value $500 - 800
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