Nappy
Object number2008.3.105
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 nappy. McKee Brothers' Bellflower pattern, also known as Ribbed Leaf pattern or Ribbed Bellflower pattern. Large, high-footed nappy ("nappy" is the term used in the 1864 catalog; Welker also calls this an open compote); design consists of a single vine undulating through the body with 2 bellflowers, 2 leaves, and 2 shamrock-shaped leaves. The background is ribbed. 5/8" clear point and scalloped rim. The inside of the bowl is smooth. In the center of the interior base the collar is visible and appears to be a series of concentric circles with another circle at center. There are a multiple flaws in this area that are embedded in the glass. On the exterior, the collar consists of slightly raised concentric circles that sit on a clear ring, which sits on the top of the stem. The connection at the ring and the base of the bowl is wavy and out of plane. The top of the stem is stepped 3 times, with the middle step protruding beyond the other two. The stem is hollow nearly to the stepped cap, and has 8 panels that flare slightly and end in a round, stepped base, which is affixed to high, rounded and hollow foot. This foot has the same pattern as the bowl.Dimensions8.5 x 10 x 6.75 in. (21.6 x 25.4 x 17.1 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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