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Nothing humbler than the tumbler: 5 facts about the legendary Soviet glass
The first Soviet glass was designed by Vera Mukhina in 1943. Depositphotos/PhotoXPress.ru Sept. 11 is the anniversary of the ubiquitous but humble Soviet glass tumbler. The sturdy, bulky and convenient everyday item became a symbol of the Soviet era, and was popular among housewives and alcoholics alike. While it has been largely replaced by more elegant vessels, it is still in use.
1. The designer of the glass is considered to have been a famous sculptor
The first Soviet glass tumbler got off the factory assembly line in the city of Gus-Khrustalny on Sept. 11, 1943. It was designed by Vera Mukhina, the Soviet sculptor who gained fame with her