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New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Humidor Shaped Vase
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Humidor Shaped Vase

Manufacturer Vetreria Vistosi Srl (Italian, founded 1989)
Designer Ettore Sottsass Sr. (Italian, 1892-1953)
CultureItalian
Date1901-1921
MediumBlown glass with hot applications
DimensionsOverall: 6 7/8 x 10 5/8 in. (17.5 x 27 cm)
InscribedEtched Signature: E. Sottass, Vistosi 153/250, also a paper label: Made in Italy
Credit LineGift of Sheri Sandler in memory of Sam and Reba Sandler
Object number97.42.76
On View
Chrysler Museum of Art, Gallery 117, Study Gallery Case 3, Section 2 Sh2
DescriptionThis is a humidor shaped vase with a cherry red base. The cylindrical body is in nearly colorless yellow glass, and the lid is of black glass, with a horseshoe shaped handle extending from its top.

New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
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