Paperweight
MakerMade by
Barnes & Abrams Co.
(American)
DistributorDistributed by
Connecticut Fire Insurance Co.
(American)
Dateabout 1890-1910
MediumPressed colorless glass with black and white transfer decoration
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth ): 3/4 x 4 x 2 1/2in. (1.9 x 10.2 x 6.4cm)
ClassificationsGlassware
Credit LineEstate of Florence S. M. Crofut, gift of Mrs. George H. Day
Object number1974.50.1562
DescriptionPressed colorless glass paperweight with black and white transfer decoration. The paperweight consists of a rectangular glass block with curved edges and corners. The bottom surface of the paperweight is recessed. A design, applied using a black and white transfer printing process, is applied into this recessed area and is visible through the top of the paperweight. The design shows a three-story building with a steep roof, elaborate porch, corner entrance, and tower. Above the building are the words, "CONNECTICUT FIRE". Below the building are the words, "INSURANCE CO. HARTFORD/ "PAT. SEP. 5 '82, BARNES & ABRAMS CO., SYRACUSE, N.Y." A spot of blue ink is adhered to the surface of the glass, above the word, "CONNECTICUT".
Status
Not on view
