Steuben Cluthra Vase

A Steuben Cluthra glass vase with a rose iridescent finish.

Steuben Glass Works, founded in Corning, New York, in 1903, became renowned for its innovative glassmaking techniques and artistic designs. The company's Cluthra glass, developed in the early 20th century, is characterized by its trapped air bubbles and iridescent quality, often achieved through the use of metallic oxides. This technique creates a distinctive cloudy, pearlescent effect that shifts in color depending on the light. Cluthra glass was produced in various forms, including vases, bowls, and decorative objects, and was particularly popular during the Art Deco period and into the mid-20th century.

• Period: Circa 1930s-1950s
• Origin: Corning, New York