Goblet
Datec. 1900
Artist
Harry J. Powell
(1852–1922)
MediumLead glass, enclosed gold leaf decoration
Dimensions7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm)
diameter (of foot): 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm)
diameter (of foot): 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm)
Credit LineAcquisition Fund, 1991
Object number1991-106
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ClassificationsDECORATIVE ARTS
Label TextWhitefriars Glassworks was somewhat unusual in their production of a broad range of products from purely functional to decorative. In 1873 Harry Powell, trained as a chemist, began his tenure at Whitefriars introducing a new range of innovative designs. This Goblet glass is an example of their “Venetian” style tableware modeled after designs found in 16th century Murano glassware.
