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Punch bowl

Attirbuted to C. Dorflinger and Sons American
1890–1905
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 706
The new, expensive “rich cut” glass made use of curved miter cuts, which allowed every inch of the surface to be faceted and created unprecedented brilliance. Christian Dorflinger was one of the leading producers in this style.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Punch bowl
  • Maker: Attirbuted to C. Dorflinger and Sons (American, White Mills, Pennsylviania, 1881–1921)
  • Date: 1890–1905
  • Geography: Made in White Mills, Pennsylvania, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Blown and cut glass
  • Dimensions: 14 3/4 x 14 1/8 in. (37.5 x 35.9 cm)
  • Credit Line: Funds from various donors, 1970
  • Object Number: 1970.17a, b
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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