Covered compote

Bakewell, Pears and Company American

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 706

One of the earliest patterns used in the Pittsburgh area, “Argus,” also known as “Thumbprint,” is a deliberate imitation of cut glass. The concave oval facets create a highly reflective surface and a dramatic optical effect. The rims of the cover and the bowl are scalloped to fit seamlessly together and form a perfect sphere.

Covered compote, Bakewell, Pears and Company (1836–1882), Pressed glass, American

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Covered compote, Bakewell, Pears and Company (1836–1882), Pressed glass, American
Covered compote, Bakewell, Pears and Company (1836–1882), Pressed glass, American

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