Spooner
Object number2008.3.53
Manufacturer
McKee and Brothers
(1867 - 1899)
Date1860-1869
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumGlass
Credit LineIn Memory of Suzanne Johnston Huff
DescriptionColorless glass spooner. McKee Brothers' Bellflower pattern, also known as Ribbed Leaf pattern or Ribbed Bellflower pattern. Colorless footed spooner with a cylindrical body that flares at the rim into 6 clear, elongated scallops. Design consists of a double vine undulating horizontally through the middle of the body with 3 bellflowers and 3 shamrock-shaped leaves above the double vine, and 3 bellflowers 3 leaves below the double vine, each extending from the main vines on a stem. The background is ribbed and extends to the rim; the inside is smooth. Simple collar on top of ribbed foot (ribbing is on the underside of the foot, top of the foot is clear), 1/4 clear band at edge of foot.Dimensions4.875 x 0.5 x 3.75 in. (12.4 x 1.3 x 9.5 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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