Description: signed Steuben Crystal Cut and FacetedTEARDROP DIAMOND SCULPTUREdesigned by George Thompson 1974 The teardrop, that which makes us human, that we can cry for joy...offered here is an extremely rare vintage treasured cut and faceted Steuben Teardrop Diamond Sculpture by master designer George Thompson. Perfect for a milestone holiday, anniversary, birthday or the collector in it's fine vintage red leather Steuben box. This Steuben Teardrop Diamond gem is in scratch free new in box condition and has no scratches, no damage, no nicks or chips, and no display marks to the glass. It is fully signed Steuben in script on the base bottom edge. This mouth blown diamond shape with a teardrop at it's core, is hand cut and faceted to perfection and then polished like a jewel. This artwork measures approx. 4" tall by 3" wide with the weight and clarity that Steuben was renown for. A fair price for a rare Steuben "red box" masterwork in flawless condition. I am also including FREE INSURED PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPING to US lower 48 states. This is the early original 1970's design. Steuben Glass was the premier American glass company founded by Frederick Carder in 1903. It ranked as the world's foremost artisan glass house. Handmade by American craftsmen at the works in Corning NY, it was frequently the United States' gift of State to foreign dignitaries. Steuben marketed no "seconds," items that did not meet their exacting standards were destroyed by being smashed in a bin. Steuben, a recognized luxury brand and the ultimate in art glass. Please email me if you have any questions. Thank you for considering this rare and lovely gem and please see my other Steuben and art glass listed on Ebay this week. I have a reputation for selling art glass of the very highest quality, 99% of my feedback is based on sales of Steuben Glass. You can feel confident in your purchase. I pay Ebay extra so that you can enlarge the photos, please do so and take a closer look at this beautiful item. If quality is important to you, please know that I make every effort to locate items that meet Steuben's renown standards for perfection. This Steuben design is shown in the masterwork's section of the 2003 MJ Madigan Steuben Glass reference book.
Price: 4899 USD
Location: Ithaca, New York
End Time: 2025-01-07T05:12:47.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Color: Clear
Material: Crystal
Brand: Steuben
Type: Ornamental, Sculpture
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Theme: Romance, Love, Perfection
Features: Signed,
Production Style: Art Glass
Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979
Production Technique: Hand Blown Glass, Precision Faceted
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handmade: Yes