Hob and Star
Object NameAmberina Pitcher in "Hob and Star" Pattern
Manufacturer
New England Glass Company
(1818-1878)
Made FromLead Glass
Date1886-1888
Place MadeUnited States, MA, Cambridge
TechniqueBlown, cut
SizeOverall H: 30.6 cm, W (including handle): 14.9 cm
Accession Number90.4.170
Credit LineGift of Harriet Smith
Curatorial Area(s)
On ViewAmerican Gallery
Physical DescriptionYellow shaded to red "amberina" lead glass; blown, cut. Tall cylindrical shape, top rim cut, tooled pouring lip; applied handle opposite lip, cut with notches; color shades from red at rim to amber at base; entire body cut in "Hob and Star" pattern except smooth area around handle; base cut with multi-pointed star.Provenance
Source
Harriet Smith
- 1990-11-26
Source
Wolf's Auction Gallery
- 1990-11-26
Former Collection
Paul Brunner
