Philip Webb Large Glass Goblet by Stewart Hearn

Envisioned and executed by master glassmaker Stewart Hearn, this large tumbler will bring artisanal flair to your hosting tablescape. Artfully crafted in Hearn’s studio in the charming town of Chatteris in Cambridgeshire, this tumbler design has been inspired by a glass goblet held within the William Morris Gallery archive.

Designed by architect, artist, and designer Philip Webb (1831 -1915), also sometimes referred to as the Father of the Arts and Crafts architecture, the archive piece was designed in the 1860s by Webb for William Morris’ new home, Red House. Alongside the goblet, Webb designed a number of wine-glasses and other glass vessels for manufacture by James Powell & Sons, specifically for William Morris’s use at Red House. Subsequently, glasses from this series, along with  others designed by Webb were among the first products sold by Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Company.

As part of our Archive collection Hearn has re-imagined Webb’s designs using an optic mould, where hot glass is dipped before blowing to create ribs in the body of the glass. Each glass is a unique object in a series,  hand-made in small numbers exclusively for the gallery. Every purchase directly supports the maker & the traditional practice of art and crafts within the UK, alongside supporting William Morris Gallery’s work, helping to fund our education initiatives, conservation efforts and world-class exhibitions.

About Stewart Hearn

Stewart Hearn of London Glassworks is an award-winning artist, craftsman and designer, specialising in bespoke hand-blown glass. Hearn is a master glassmaker having established his renowned professional practice for over thirty years. His work presents a studied balance of form, colour translucency and weight that show tacit knowledge, command and someone at ease with ancient craft. Obsessively committed to the art of glass-blowing, using traditional mouth-blown glass techniques for all of his work. Hearn runs his own exhibition space London Glassworks as well as crafting his own pieces - many of which have been exhibited around the world. Whether a statement stand alone piece of a multi - coloured collection of glassware, Hearn’s creation’s are a sure-fire way to imbue interiors with idiosyncratic artistic flair.

Care & Information

• Sold individually & not as a pair
• Measurements: 9cm W x 13cm H
• Please note: All sizes are approximate and will vary due to being handmade without the use of moulds
• Care instructions: Hand wash using a soft cloth and mild detergent
• Crafted in Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, UK