Window
Object number2014.26.1
Manufacturer
TRACO
Date1976
MediumGlass; metal; rubber
Credit LineGift of Rand Group Inc.
DescriptionGlass window that consists of a rectangular bottom section and a semi-circular top section.Dimensions32.50 x 12.375 x 10.5 in. (82.6 x 31.4 x 26.7 cm)MarksBottom window section has maker's mark in bottom right corner of glass in white "[logo] / TRACO VIEW-SAFE / TEMPERED GLASS / ANSI Z97.1-1984 / 16 CFR 1201-II / SGCC-1311-1/4 11".
Top window section also has maker's mark in bottom right corner of glass in white that appears to be the same text as the bottom window section, but the inscription was difficult to read while the object was on exhibit.
Object may have additional marks and should be inspected after deinstallation from exhibit.
Historical NotesSame window as those used in the crown of the restored Statue of Liberty in New York City. When the Statue of Liberty underwent a torch-to-toe restoration for the nation's bicentennial in 1976, locally based TRACO crafted the 25 windows for her crown. With each window differing in size, the team of artisans dedicated 2,000 man hours and made eight trips to Liberty Island to size and create each bronze encased window. The patented VIEW-SAFE glass, providing protection from the elements.Label TextThis represents one of the most difficult and complex custom-made projects we had ever handled. Bob Randall, TRACO President and CEO When the Statue of Liberty underwent a torch-to-toe restoration for the nation’s bicentennial in 1976, locally based TRACO crafted the 25 windows for her crown. With each window differing in size, the team of artisans dedicated 2,000 man hours and made eight trips to Liberty Island to size and create each bronze encased window. The patented VIEW-SAFE glass, providing protection from the elements. Gift of TRACO
Terms
On View
On view
c. 1917
C. and E. Marshall Company
