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At Home with Steuben
"Home" conjures up more than what poet Robert Frost
fksiiribed as "the place where ... they have to take you in." o
embracing environment off amily and friends, a refuge
~M•t; mjayed as much itt comfortable solitude as in
and lovingly shared with fj vored guests.
whether in the form of a classic flower-filled v~, a g;""8'1l!J'1tl
adorned with fruit, brilliant candlesticks, a desk omdmtnt, or
imposing sculptural work. l Steuben will bring a new dlmensimt
of design to any dwelling, whether first home or ultimate dreamhouse,
metropolitan apartment or country escape. o For weddings,
anniversaries, weekend thank-you's, and other special occasions,
Steuben is singularly appropriate. o Please visit our home on
Fifth Avenue, one of our several locations in major cities, or telephone
Steuben at 800 223-1234. .J
On the cover: New STARLIGHT CLUSTER
by David Dowler. Expressing the artist's continuing
exploration of starry themes, each member of a
romantic new candlestick trio combines geometric
elements of clear and bubbled crystal in varying
sequences. Together, they are a harmonious
highlight for any room; singly, each glows with
its own star-spangled light. o Left to right:
Height 91/4" $425 8613C o Height 103/4"
$475 8615C o Height 9 3/4" $450 8614C r
Below: LOW FOOTED BOWL by John Dreves.
A versatile bowl with signature scrolls on its base
piay be used to serve crudites and other cold nibbles;
Diameter 8"
New
MO N D O VASE
Philip Baldwin &
Monica Guggisberg
Designed by two of
Steuben's newest guest
artists, this handmade
vase is distinguished by
a generous spreading
rim. The gentle curve
of the collar embellishes
flowers with a striking
frame of refl ected light.
Height 91/2" Width 91/2"
$725 8616C
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P EACH
David Dowler
A delectable paperweight
for a peach of a fellow, this
solid crys tal Peach would
also please in an arrange
men t of fruit, real or faux . In China, the peach implied
hope of a long life and was a
traditional d ecora tive theme
for birthday gifts.
Height 3" Diameter 27/s"
$240 8600C
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PEO NY BOWL
Donald Pollard
A capacious bowl of many
uses is the idea l wedding
present, especia lly appro
priate because the peony is
a Japanese emblem of
ga iety and prosperity.
Diameter 12 3/4" Height 6"
$825 8101C
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GOOSE & GAN D E R
Lloyd Atkins
In nature, the goose and
gander share a li fe time of
monogamous devotion .
Thus, this crystal pair is a
peerless expression of
your wedding wish fo r a
long and happy marriage.
Each crystal crea ture is
handmad e from a single
ga ther of molten glass .
Gander
Height 51/4'' 8358C
Goose
Length 4" 8344C
$250 each
Pair of Geese $450 8519C
EAG L E
H AND COOLE R
Lloyd Atkins
In homage to love of
coun try, a hand-sized
crystal eagle that commem
ora tes the eagle' s adoption
by Congress on June 10,
1782, as the centerpiece
of the Great Seal of the
United States.
Width 23/4" $135 5519C
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SPIR AL VASE & BOWL
Donald Pollard
The dynamic energy
implicit in a spiral is a
paraphrase for the zest
found in a lively home.
Here, added "bits" spiral
around the blown forms
in a radiant embrace.
The vase may be
inscribed; please inquire
regarding cha rges.
Spiral Vase
Height 61/2" $310 8058C
Spiral Bowl
Diameter 7" $315 8060C
RABBIT
HA ND COOLE R
Lloyd Atkins
The ultimate expression
of fa mily spirit, the
progenitive rabbit is also
sa id to bring good luck if
its name is invoked on the
first day of the month.
Length 2 3/4" $135 5523C
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C A R ROU S EL
Peter Aldridge &
Jane Osborn-Smith
Used as an evocative
centerpiece or coffee-table
ornament, this solid
crystal merry-go-round
reca lls youthful gaiety.
When the carrousel is
revolved on its base,
engraved horses appear to
ride up and d own. A gala
s terling silver pennant
flutters overhead .
Height 71/2"
Diameter 41/2''
$3,150 1122C
Red leather case
T URTLE H AN D
C OOLE R
Lloyd A tkins
The turtle is a most
curious ho.useholder: it
carries its home about on
its back. A slow but sure
traveler, it is said to
bring luck, fertility, and
longevity.
Leng th 2 1/ 2" $135 5514C
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E MPIR E V AS E
Joel Smith
Fit fo r the lord of all he
(or she) surveys, a blown
vase pays tribute to
traditional glassmaking
virtuosity. Handmade
from seven individual
pieces of glass, its simple
elegance would be
particularly impressive
on a mantel or hall table.
It may be inscribed with
an intertwined monogram
only; please inquire
regarding charges .
Height 11 1/4'' Width 71/4''
$750 8601C
E A G L E
Donald Pollard
The proud, keen-eyed
eagle is regarded as a
fa ther symbol. It is also
recognized world wide
as the emblem of the
United States of America.
Length 5 1/2" Height 4 3/4"
$615 8304C
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New SATU R N PA P E RWE IG HT James Noll
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Expressing the heavenly
beauty of Sa turn, this solid
crystal paperweight
suggests the planet' s
wondrous rings by a circle
of bubbled glass. Saturn's
rings were firs t observed
through a rudimentary
telescope by Ga lileo in
1610; the planet itself is
bright enough to be seen
with the unaided eye.
Saturn Paperweight would
be a striking tribute to
anyo ne whose goals vault
skyward .
Width approximately 51/2"
$395 8609C
OWL
HA N D C O O L ER
Lloyd A tkins
This all-seeing bird is sa id
to recognize a good man
on sight. Traditionally, it
s tands for wit, wisdom,
and va lor.
Height 21/ 2" $135 5516C
Other Hand Coolers
include ($135 each):
Bear 5521 C
Bull 5524C
Ca t 5520C
Dragon 5518C
Frog 5510C
Pig 5522C
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F L A IR B OW L
David Dowler
A most appropriate gift
for a vivacious couple,
this heavy crystal bowl
rises dramatically from its
solid conical base. With
fruit or fl owers, it adds a
note of panache to any
milieu .
Diameter 113 I 4"
Height Sl/ 2' ' $500 8539C
SNA IL
David Hills
For someone who lives
life to the limit, this
g raceful creature is a
subtle reminder that a
slower pace confers
lifelong benefits.
Length 31/4" $180 7982C
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P O L A R BEA R
Paul Schulze
A giant of a bear for a bear
of a man, the massive
polar bear is fierce and
fas t on its feet. Steuben's
crystal interpreta tion,
formed by hand from a
single ga ther of glass,
captures the polar bear's
essential nature.
Length 71/2'' Height 5"
$675 8568C
FLOA TI NG
SPH E R ES
Lloyd A tkins
In a fea t of illusion,
several nonexistent silvery
spheres appea r to fl oat in
space. A mesmerizing
paperweight.
Width 23/4" Height 2"
$230 8401 C
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CU T VASE
Paul Schulze
Cut from a solid block
of crystal, a complex
sculptural form may
support a spray of simple
fl owers - or nothing at all.
The soft, rounded hollow
suspended within the
hard-edged geometric
facets presents a powerful
contrast, surrounded by
flashes of prismatic color.
Height 61/2" Width 41/4''
$3,700 0098C
Red leather case
R AM'S HEAD
CANDY DISH
Irene Benton
Covered crystal candy
dish surmounted by
a ram' s head with
gracefully curving horns.
The ram, ancient symbol
of virility, is the zodiacal
sign of Aries (March 21
to April 19).
Height 5" Diameter 21/ 4"
$500 7936C
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T EA RDR O P CAN DL ES TI C KS F.B. Sellew
Exceptional skill by our
most experienced
craftspeople is required
to hand form our coveted
crys tal candlesticks.
Each candlestick contains
a classic tea rdrop in its
base to catch the glow of
the flame.
Heights 9"
$470 each 7792C
Pair $940 8554C
SUN FL OWE R BOW L Eric Hilton
Inspired by the exubera nt
flower that keeps its face
toward the sun, this blown
bowl displays a ribbed
pattern radia ting outwa rd
from its base. It is sa id that
if a woman puts three
sunflower seeds d own her
back, she will soon meet
the man she is to marry.
Diameter 10" Height 21/4"
$350 8530C
Also available:
Diameter 151 /2''
Height 41/z'' $750 8531C
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N IMBU S VASE
Paul Schulze
Blown as a soft bubble
suggesting the cloud its
name implies, this
innova tive vessel would
make a romantic gift fo r
any euphoric recipient
who is "up on a cloud,"
especia lly Cloud Nine.
Diameter 7" Height 6"
$435 8390C
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P O RP O ISES
Lloyd Atkins
Flashing a rcs of crysta l
balanced on nose and tail,
these natural performers
love an audience. A
graceful accent singly
or in a g roup for a
sophistica ted interior.
Length 91/4'' $515 8126C
Length 6" $345 8125C
Also available:
Length 12" $960 8127C
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T R OUT & FLY
Jam es Houston
The ultimate gift for
the fly-fishing fa ther, a
gleaming crystal trout
rising to a lucky "royal
coachman" lure of
18 kara t gold. The trout is
known fo r its gallantry in
overcoming obstacles .
Height 8" $1,900 1002C
Red leather case
NU T BOWL
Bernard X. Wolff
A small, versatile bowl
employs a graceful scallop
as a handle at the rim.
It may be used for tidbits,
as a desk accessory, or
on a dressing table.
Diameter 6" $215 8345C
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R E V E R E B O WL
Paul Schulze
A classic American
design originally made
in silver by Paul Revere
shortly before the War of
Independence. Eminently
functional as well as
ornamental, it may be
engraved, if desired, with
a monogram or simple
message to compliment a
couple or a parent; please
inquire regarding
inscription charges.
Diameter 8" $435 8330C
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ST O RK S
Pau l Schu lze
Storks are lucky omens
when they nest on your
roof and a re closely
associated with domestic
happiness as well as the
arriva l of infa nts. These
crystal versions va ry in
height, making the use
of a fl ock especially
attractive.
Heights approximately 14"
$385 each 8538C
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A COMM I T M EN T TO EXCE LL ENCE
About Steuben
Recognized throughout the
world for expertly crafted
works in a material unsur
passed fo r purity and
brilliance, Steuben has
been making fine crystal
in Corning, New York, for
nea rly ninety yea rs. Its
exacting craftsmanship
and the remarkable clarity
of its crystal have attracted
such world-renowned
artists as Henri Matisse
and Georgia O'Keeffe to
design works for Steuben.
Numerous museums
include Steuben in their
collections.
Chosen to crea te gifts
of state for every United
States president since Harry
Truman, Steuben is also the
maker of the acclaimed
Malcolm Baldrige National
Quality Awa rd, presented
annually by the President of
the United Sta tes to leading
American businesses
embodying excellence.
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Custom Inscriptions
To make a gift of Steuben
truly unique, our master
calligraphers custom design
inscription lettering
appropriate to the occasion
and to the form of the glass.
Steuben works suitable
for personalization are.
noted throughout the
ca talogue. Some designs
will accommod ate a
monogram or date; others
may be engra ved with a
quotation or brief message.
Calligraphy requires six to
eight weeks.
When time is short, an
inscribed presentation base
is an alternative and
requires only two weeks.
Steuben offers a variety of
bases and silver plaques
suitable for many of our
designs.
Special Services
Every piece of Steuben is
signed by hand in diamond
point and packaged in our
signa ture gray linen box, a
symbol of distinction. Major
works are presented in red
lea ther cases.
Standard delivery
within the United Sta tes is
free of charge.
Our Customer Service
Associates can be reached
at 800 223-1234 from 9 a.m.
to 6 p.m. ET on weekdays,
9 a. m . to 5 p .m. ET on
Sa turdays. In addition to
g lass selection, they are
prepared to assist you with:
• Steuben charge accounts,
gift certificates, and gift
registry.
• Insurance appraisals
and authentication of
Steuben designs.
• Repair information and
assistance.
• Corporate gift and
awards programs.
• Special commissions.
BO UQU ET VA SE
George Thompson
A narrow wa ist gives snug
support to a romantic
bouquet or a handful of
wild fl owers. The add ed
"bits" are fo und onl y in
handmade g lass.
Dia meter 6 l/2"
Height 5" $265 7985C
FO R
CUSTOME R SE R V l CE ,
CA LL
800 223- 1 2 3 4
All prices subject to change
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