Vase
Medium
Decorative Arts-Glass
Classification
Decorative Arts-Glass
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of John Gellatly
Accession Number
1929.8.174.27
Art Historical Context
This elegant glass vase, part of the Smithsonian American Museum's Decorative Arts-Glass collection, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of anonymous artisans whose works continue to captivate today. Donated as a gift from John Gellatly—a prominent 20th-century collector American and European decorative objects—the vase highlights the museum's commitment to preserving everyday artistry that elevated home interiors. Glass as a medium in decorative arts allowed for stunning transparency, color play, and intricate shaping through techniques like blowing and cutting, transforming functional ves...
About the Artist
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