Paperweight
MakerMade by
J. N. Abrams
American
SubjectImage of
Albert A. Pope
American, 1843 - 1909
Dateabout 1890-1910
MediumPressed colorless glass with black and white transfer decoration
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 7/8 x 2 1/2 x 4in. (2.2 x 6.4 x 10.2cm)
ClassificationsGlassware
Credit LineGift of Marjorie Case Hartman
DescriptionPressed colorless glass paperweight with black and white transfer decoration. The paperweight consists of a rectangular glass block with smooth 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 the bust of a man with grey short hair and a beard, wearing a tie and suit jacket. Below him are the words, "COL. ALBERT A POPE/ FOUNDER OF THE MANUFACTURE OF BICYCLES/ PROMOTER OF THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRIES/ AND THE/ PIONEER OF THE GREAT MOVEMENT/ FOR BETTER ROADS./ MADE BY J. N. ABRAMS, 247 W. 126 ST. N.Y." One narrower side of the paperweight has some white paint adhered to the surface.
Object number1977.14.51
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