Tumbler
Harry J. Powell
British, 1855–1922
1880-1914
A hand-blown glass tumbler that turns a simple drinking cup into a small study of material and craft by keeping the maker’s deliberate irregularities in the surface.
Its near‑cylindrical shape is enlivened by gentle waves and faceted planes that catch and refract light, making the clear glass shimmer with soft, watery reflections.
Dating from the turn of the 20th century, it reflects an Arts and Crafts–era preference for visible handwork over uniform industrial finish, helping to foreground texture and material honesty in modern design.
Medium
Glass
Dimensions
4 3/8 x 2 3/4" (11.1 x 7 cm)
Classification
Department
Credit
Mrs. Armand P. Bartos Purchase Fund
Accession
115.1996
Palette
Art Terms
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