Dish, 1840-1850

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Artifact Overview

Mechanically pressed glass was an innovation in glass history, making decorative, "patterned" glass available to a broad audience. One of the earliest types of pressed glass, dating to the 1830s is known as "Lacy Glass". Complex stippled patterns were developed to help hide technical defects caused by early presses, when the glass gather was cut off and dropped into a mold.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Dish (Vessel for food)

Date Made

1840-1850

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.3.7539

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Pressed glass

Color

Colorless

Dimensions

Height: 2 in
Diameter: 7.5 in