Steuben’s “Gold Aurene Bowl No. 2683”

Description

Steuben Glass Works was founded in 1903 in Corning, New York, by Frederick Carder and Thomas Hawkes. Carder, an English glass expert, introduced richly colored, iridescent, and acid‑etched art glass inspired by Art Nouveau and classical traditions. Early Steuben production featured Aurene glass—famous for its metallic luster akin to Tiffany’s Favrile. Recognized for technical excellence, Steuben evolved when acquired by Corning Glass Works in 1918, shifting to clear lead crystal designs renowned for purity and precision. Steuben collaborated with distinguished artists and designers, producing engraved crystal trophies, sculptures, and commemorative pieces. The brand became synonymous with American luxury and state gifts, including presidential diplomatic presentations. Though operations ceased in 2011 (with a brief revival later), Steuben remains an enduring standard of American glass artistry.