Pitcher, Cream
Object number2008.3.15
Manufacturer
Bryce, Walker, & Company
(1865 - 1882)
Date1870-1879
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumGlass
Credit LineIn Memory of Suzanne Johnston Huff
DescriptionColorless glass footed creamer. Bryce Brothers' pattern #125, also known as Rose in Snow pattern. Low-footed, open creamer. Originally colorless, but shows some solarization and has a slightly purple cast. Decoration includes 3 roses, each with leaves, 2 stems and 1 flower and 1 bud on stippled background. The blossom closest to the handle has a large bubble in one petal. Rim is slightly flared on the exterior with a clear ridge and scalloped finish. Scallop disappears at the spout, where the rim becomes quite thick. There is a fairly sizable bubble in the rim. The handle is seamed down the middle and has a small, prunt-like, 3-part decorative element at the top outside corner. This element has a rough finish. 2-tiered, stepped collar immediately joins conical foot, which is has one flared step. On the underside of the foot is a 12-panel, stippled starburst, which appears as a nearly flat design when viewed looking into the bowl, but which, on the underside, drapes into the interior of the step, creating an effect of a ring of triangles at the juncture of the collar and foot. Seams are heavy on the foot.Dimensions5.25 x 5.375 in. (13.3 x 13.7 cm)Historical NotesPart of a collection of regionally-produced pattern or pressed glass collected by donor George F. Huff's wife, Sue Huff, a member of the Pittsburgh chapter of the National American Glass Club. The collection features two patterns, Bryce Brothers, pattern #125 “Rose in Snow” and the “Bellflower” pattern. The variety in form of these two patterns serves as an important addition to our pressed glass collection. James Bryce, a native of Scotland, established Bryce, McKee & Co. glass manufacturers in 1850. He had moved to Pittsburgh at age 5 (1819) from Philadelphia and worked in the glass trade as a young man. Bryce, McKee & Co. was established with his brothers, Robert and John, and with brothers Frederick and James McKee, and was located on the Southside at Wharton & 21st Streets. In 1854, the McKees withdrew and Joseph Richards and William Hartley joined the partnership. Hartley departed in 1865 and the Walkers joined (how many Walkers and first names is unclear) and the company became Bryce, Walker & Co. In 1882 the Bryce brothers sold their interest to US Glass Co., which was also known as Factory B. The brothers reestablished the Bryce Brothers Co. in Hammondsville in 1885 and moved to Mt. Pleasant in 1896. Lenox acquired the company in 1965.
Collector
Suzanne Johnston Huff
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