"Wizard of Oz" Cowardly Lion Drinking Glass, 1950-1960

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Artifact Overview

L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is an American fairy tale classic. First published in 1900, the book tells the story of Dorothy, a little girl swept away to a strange and magical land, and her quest to return home. Characters from Oz -- like the Cowardly Lion depicted on this tumbler -- have remained beloved by children and adults alike for generations.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Drinking Glass

Date Made

1950-1960

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2011.386.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)

Dimensions

Height: 5 in
Diameter: 2.75 in

"Wizard of Oz" Cowardly Lion Drinking Glass, 1950-1960