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Glass (for drinking) (Tumbler or beaker)
J. W.
1806
Category
Glass
Creator/Artist/Maker
J. W. (Possible engraver)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Glass (lead)
Museum Object Number
1976.0321
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase
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Complete Details
Object Number
1976.0321
Object Name
Glass (for drinking) (Tumbler or beaker)
Category
Glass
Creator (Role)
J. W. (Possible engraver)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Origin Notes
Glass was produced in the United States or England.
Secondary Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Secondary Origin Notes
Engraved decoration was done in Philadelphia. See Arlene Palmer, bibliography.
Date
1806
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Signature
Location: Below rim
Inscription: Engraved, "JW. 1806"
Type: Inscription
Location: Below rim
Inscription: Engraved in diamond-point cursive, the Lord's Prayer (in 3 lines) followed by "JW. 1806"; on one side of body, "James McAlpin/Philadelphia/July 24th", and on the opposite side "Ann S. Mc.Alpin."
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Glass (lead)
Techniques
- Blown
- Engraved
- Cut
Dimensions (inches)
3.78 (H) x 3.268 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
9.6 (H) x 8.3 (Diam)