The United States of America

Manufacturer Steuben Glass (American, founded 1903)

Artist Sidney Waugh (designer) (American, 1904 - 1963)

Date1950-1959

Mediumengraved crystal

Dimensions7 1/2 × 6 3/4 inches (19.1 × 17.1 cm)
When assembled: 17 1/2 × 9 1/4 × 9 1/4 inches (44.5 × 23.5 × 23.5 cm)

Credit LineBequest of H.J. Lutcher Stark, 1965

Object number41.8.1.1.A

ClassificationsContainers

DescriptionThe Great Seal. This is the only complete set of the series "The United States in Crystal." The set consists of fifty-two engraved bowls with lids, including one for each of the fifty states, a central bowl for the United States, and one for the commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Label Text“The United States in Crystal portrays the states of the union in their historical incidents, real and legendary personalities, outstanding accomplishments and scenic beauties. The engraving is an interpretation of the Great Seal of the United States.” Sidney Waugh

ProvenanceManufacturer; purchased December 4, 1959 through (Neiman-Marcus, Dallas, Texas) by H.J. Lutcher Stark [1887-1965]; bequeathed September 2, 1965 to the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to the Stark Museum of Art

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