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Chatterly

  • Charles Miner, Chatterly, 1995, glass, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Carol and Don Wiiken, 1999.57.16

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Charles Miner learned to carve porcelain while taking workshops in clay. He transfers this skill into glass by cutting elaborate patterns into the walls of his cast vessels. The simple form of Chatterly highlights its luminous color and detailed surface design.

Luce Object Quote
"I believe that these Ancient Vessels will live long lives of romance, mystery and passion with whomever they travel." Charles Miner, 1999
Title
Chatterly
Artist
Charles Miner
Date
1995
Location
  1. Smithsonian American Art Museum
  2. Luce Foundation Center
  3. 4th Floor
  4. 56A
Dimensions
approx. 6 x 10 in. (15.2 x 25.4 cm) diam.
Copyright
Credit Line

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Gift of Carol and Don Wiiken

Mediums Description
glass
Classifications
Decorative Arts
Glass
Keywords
  • Object – foliage – fern
Object Number
1999.57.16
Palette
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