Glass, Cordial
Object number2008.3.99
ManufacturerPossibly
Boston & Sandwich Glass Company
ManufacturerPossibly
McKee and Brothers
(1867 - 1899)
ManufacturerPossibly
McKee and Brother
(1859 - 1867)
Date1860-1869
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumGlass
Credit LineIn Memory of Suzanne Johnston Huff
DescriptionColorless glass cordial. McKee Brothers' Bellflower pattern, also known as Ribbed Leaf pattern or Ribbed Bellflower pattern. Cordial with a rounded bowl that is more ovoid-shaped than the other cordials in the collection. Design on the bowl consists of a single vine undulating horizontally through the middle of the body with 1 bellflower, 1 leaf, and 1 shamrock-shaped leaf above the vine, and one of each below the vine. The background is ribbed and extends to the rim on the exterior; the inside of the bowl is smooth. 6-paneled stem with panels that slightly raised collar at the bowl. Looking into the bowl, the collar forms a rounded (not symmetrical) base with a hexagonal center. The panels flow into the stepped foot . The underside of the foot is concave and has a ribbed sunburst, which extends to just beyond the step.Dimensions3.875 x 2.25 in. (9.8 x 5.7 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.
Related institution
McKee Glass Company
Collector
Suzanne Johnston Huff
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