Compote
Object number2008.3.7
Manufacturer
Bryce, Walker, & Company
(1865 - 1882)
Date1870-1879
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumGlass
Credit LineIn Memory of Suzanne Johnston Huff
DescriptionColorless glass compote. Bryce Brothers' pattern #125, also known as Rose in Snow pattern. Colorless, though this piece shows some evidence of solarization and has an extremely slight purple cast. Three seams that extend from rim to foot, though they are less noticeable in the bowl. Open shallow bowl with 1/4" rim; rim has scalloped edge. Bowl design is stippled (extends into the rim); includes 3 roses, each with leaves, 2 stems and 1 blossom and 1 bud. Simple collar. Stem has a double annular knop below collar, true baluster and basal annulated knop. Step is very simple and is barely defined as it flows into the conical foot. The foot is not adorned.Dimensions4.375 x 6.312 in. (11.1 x 16 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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