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Signed Steuben White Swirl & Bubble Glass Egg Paperweight by George Thompson

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Signed Steuben White Swirl & Bubble Glass Egg Paperweight by George Thompson, USA, Circa 1970s This exquisite Steuben glass egg paperweight, designed by renowned artist George Thompson, showcases the brand’s signature craftsmanship and elegant simplicity. Featuring a mesmerizing white swirl encircling a central controlled bubble, this piece exemplifies the timeless beauty and precision of Steuben glass. The interplay of light within the crystal-clear form enhances its ethereal presence, creating dynamic reflections and refractions. Measuring 3.5 inches in height with a 3-inch diameter, this weighty and well-balanced object is both a functional paperweight and a stunning work of art. The piece is signed in script ‘Steuben’ on the base, signifying its authenticity and esteemed heritage. Crafted in the 1970s, this paperweight reflects the era’s fascination with organic forms and minimalist elegance. The swirling motif gives a sense of movement, while the trapped air bubble provides a focal point of intrigue. Whether displayed on a desk, shelf, or within a curated glass collection, this Steuben piece is a sophisticated addition to any space. Perfect for collectors of fine American glass, Steuben enthusiasts, or those who appreciate refined craftsmanship, this signed George Thompson design is a timeless treasure of 20th-century artistry.

Creator:
Steuben Glass (Maker),George Thompson (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.62 cm)
Style:
Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Crystal,Polished
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1970s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
West Palm Beach, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: T30681stDibs: LU2592343442432

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Steuben Glass Works is the most illustrious name in American art glass. Its vividly colored Art Nouveau and Asian-style wares produced in the early 20th century as well as later modernist works rendered in flawlessly clear crystal are objects of striking beauty and delicacy.

The Steuben Glass Works was cofounded in 1903 in the town of Corning, New York, by Frederick Carder, an alum of celebrated British glassmaker Stevens & Williams and a self-taught English chemist and glassmaker. Carder was a restless experimenter, constantly creating new color formulas that resulted in a wide array of hues, from milky jades to his iridescent Aurene shades. A favorite Carder technique was to acid-etch decorative patterns into pieces made of glass layered in different colors. The forms of his vessels were relatively conservative. Most are based on classic Chinese pottery; many display the flowing, naturalistic lines of the Art Nouveau period.

The larger local firm Corning Glass acquired Steuben in 1918. The company’s approach to art glass changed radically in the early 1930s, when Corning chemists devised a new type of crystal known as 10M, with perfect clarity and brilliant refractive powers. Corning decided that, henceforth, all Steuben decorative objects, vases, sculptures and other wares would be made from the crystal.

Art glass was made in two formats: molded and polished abstract sculptures and figurines, or pieces for which artists used Steuben crystal as a sort of canvas. The first such artwork was sculptor Stanley Waugh’s 1935 Gazelle Bowl, a vessel etched with brawny Art Deco animal forms. In later years, Steuben would invite artists that included Henri Matisse, Georgia O’Keeffe and Isamu Noguchi to “paint” in the firm’s crystal.

Steuben glass comes in myriad forms and is available in a broad range of price points. Jewel-toned glasses and tableware from the Carder era include candlesticks marked at $300 and full dinner services for more than $10,000. Small crystal figurines bring around $1,000, while larger sculptures are priced in the neighborhood of $7,000.

Steuben glass, with its impeccable artistry and timeless grace, deserves a place in any collection.

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