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1951

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1976

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American Modern Cocktail Glass, 1951

This is a Cocktail glass. It was designed by Russel Wright. It is dated 1951 and we acquired it in 1976. Its medium is molded glass. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Russel Wright. It is credited Gift of Russel Wright.

Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 7.2 x 7.2 cm (2 13/16 x 2 13/16 in.)

Cite this object as

American Modern Cocktail Glass, 1951; Designed by Russel Wright ((American, 1904–1976)); USA; molded glass; H x diam.: 7.2 x 7.2 cm (2 13/16 x 2 13/16 in.); Gift of Russel Wright; 1976-15-6-b

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