Caption

Robert Mickelsen (American, born 1951). Tazza, 1996. Glass, 9 1/4 x 6 x 5 1/4 in. (23.5 x 15.2 x 13.3 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Lisa M. Price, 2001.131.4.

Title

Tazza

Date

1996

Geography

Place made: United States

Medium

Glass

Classification

Vessel

Dimensions

9 1/4 x 6 x 5 1/4 in. (23.5 x 15.2 x 13.3 cm)

Markings

Etched on rim of base: "RAM 96"

Credit Line

Gift of Lisa M. Price

Accession Number

2001.131.4

Frequent Art Questions

  • Can you tell me more about this?

    That is a tazza (glass on a foot) made by the American artist Robert Mickelson in 1996. He was referencing design traditions in glass (from Renaissance Italy) but updating the form to look modern. What do you think of it?
    I thought it was a very whimsical design. If it was used practically, it would be the talk of any dinner party!
    I agree, it would certainly liven up an social gathering!

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