Paperweight

Dateabout 1890-1910

MediumPressed colorless glass with gilding, with photomechanical print (halftone) on paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth ): 7/8 x 4 x 2 5/8in. (2.2 x 10.2 x 6.7cm)

ClassificationsGlassware

Credit LineMuseum purchase

Object number1990.124.1

DescriptionPressed colorless glass paperweight consisting of a rectangular glass block with curved edges and corners. The bottom surface of the paperweight is recessed; the edge of the recess is serrated and gilded. A black and white photograph is applied onto a piece of paper that fits into the recessed area. This photograph shows a monumental three-story brick building with a hipped roof and projecting central and end porticos. The building is on top of a hill, and portions of additional buildings are to the right. Below are the white words, "CONNECTICUT SCHOOL FOR BOYS, MERIDEN CONN." The top surface of the paperweight has some light scratches, and the photograph may be separating from the glass.

NotesSubject Note: The Connecticut School for Boys in Meriden was established in the early 1800s and continued until 1973. The reform school was attended by troubled or orphaned children. (Hunt 5/27/2005)

Status

Not on view