Russel Wright (American, 1904–1976). <em>Stem Glass, "Theme Formal Ware,"</em> ca. 1963. Glass, 7 1/8 x 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 in. (18.1 x 7.3 x 7.3 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Paul F. Walter, 84.124.6. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 84.124.6_bw.jpg)

Russel Wright (American, 1904–1976). Stem Glass, "Theme Formal Ware," ca. 1963. Glass, 7 1/8 x 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 in. (18.1 x 7.3 x 7.3 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Paul F. Walter, 84.124.6. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 84.124.6_bw.jpg)

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Stem Glass, "Theme Formal Ware"

Decorative Arts and Design

On View: Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor

DESIGNER Russel Wright, American, 1904–1976

MANUFACTURER Yamato Porcelain Company

MEDIUM Glass

Place Manufactured: Tajimi, Japan

DATES ca. 1963

DIMENSIONS 7 1/8 x 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 in. (18.1 x 7.3 x 7.3 cm) (show scale)

MARKINGS no marks

SIGNATURE no signature

INSCRIPTIONS no inscriptions

COLLECTIONS Decorative Arts and Design

ACCESSION NUMBER 84.124.6

CREDIT LINE Gift of Paul F. Walter

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION "Theme Formal Ware" pattern. White, translucent glass, shape of pilsner glass with thick, continuous 2" stem and no foot. Translucent milky-white color is solid at base and gradually thins out, leaving an almost clear rim at top. CONDITION: Two small surface pits, formed during molding process, otherwise excellent condition.

MUSEUM LOCATION This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor

CAPTION Russel Wright (American, 1904–1976). Stem Glass, "Theme Formal Ware," ca. 1963. Glass, 7 1/8 x 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 in. (18.1 x 7.3 x 7.3 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Paul F. Walter, 84.124.6. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 84.124.6_bw.jpg)

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