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1925

  • Work on this object began.

1975

  • Work on this object ended.

1981

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

  • You found it!

Vase (USA), mid- 20th century

This is a vase. It was designed by Simon Lissim and manufactured by Lenox China. It is dated mid- 20th century and we acquired it in 1981. Its medium is glazed, enameled, and gilt porcelain. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was bequest of Simon Lissim. It is credited Bequest of Simon Lissim.

Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 28.6 x 8.9 cm (11 1/4 x 3 1/2 in.)

It has the following markings

On underside, underglaze: Lenox factory mark; in gold: 1717/9

It is signed

Outer base: Simon Lissim

Cite this object as

Vase (USA), mid- 20th century; Designed by Simon Lissim (American, b. Kiev, Russia, 1900–1981); Manufactured by Lenox China (United States); glazed, enameled, and gilt porcelain; H x diam.: 28.6 x 8.9 cm (11 1/4 x 3 1/2 in.); Bequest of Simon Lissim; 1981-37-1

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