NASA Astronaut Double-Walled Glasses
Functional decorative art, glassware • Unidentified commercial manufacturer; produced in China
Style & Movement
Contemporary Industrial Design / Pop Culture memorabilia
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown or mold-formed borosilicate glass with applied decals/transfers
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (c. 2018-2023)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 4-5 inches in height; cylindrical/globular format
Subject Description
A pair of double-walled drinking glasses featuring an inner chamber shaped like a stylized astronaut or 'Spaceman' figure. The exterior glass surface is decorated with the NASA 'Meatball' logo decal and a commercial care instruction sticker.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; items appear to be in unused, retail condition with original stickers attached
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $40 USD per pair
Auction Estimate
$10 - $25 USD (Secondary market/Thrift)
Provenance History
Mass-produced commercial items likely acquired from a retail gift shop or online space-themed merchandise vendor
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the 'NASA-core' aesthetic and the commercialization of space exploration imagery in 21st-century consumer culture. It reflects the democratization of the NASA brand through open-source logo usage and the popularity of novelty borosilicate glassware.
Notable Features
Features a unique internal glass cavity molded into a human-centric astronaut form, creating a suspended visual effect when filled with colored liquids.
Condition Issues
None visible; minor risk of decal peeling over time or condensation between the glass layers if the seal is compromised.
Conservation Recommendations
Adhere to 'Hand Wash Only' instructions to preserve the decal; avoid high-temperature dishwashers and abrasive sponges. Clear borosilicate is prone to thermal shock if low quality.