Celery Vase
Artist/maker unknown, American
Geography:
Made in eastern United States, United States, North and Central America
Date:
1825-40Medium:
Colorless lead glass (blown-molded)Dimensions:
Height: 7 1/4 inches (18.4 cm)Curatorial Department:
American ArtObject Location:
1938-23-529Credit Line:
The George H. Lorimer Collection, 1938
Made in eastern United States, United States, North and Central America
Date:
1825-40Medium:
Colorless lead glass (blown-molded)Dimensions:
Height: 7 1/4 inches (18.4 cm)Curatorial Department:
American ArtObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:1938-23-529Credit Line:
The George H. Lorimer Collection, 1938
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In the early to mid-nineteenth century, celery was considered a luxury. When served, the stalks were cut in quarters lengthwise, the leaves curled, and they were placed upright in water in widemouthed vessels. Advertisements referred to celery containers as vases, stands, or glasses.
