Sherry Glass
This sherry glass, decorated with the "inverted thumbprint" pattern, has been attributed to the West Virginia firm of Hobbs, Brockunier and Company. By 1879, this was one of the largest glass factories in the United States.
(See also 46.140.504 for pair.)
(See also 46.140.504 for pair.)
Artwork Details
- Title: Sherry Glass
- Maker: Probably Hobbs, Brockunier and Company (1863–1891)
- Date: ca. 1885–87
- Geography: Made in Wheeling, West Virginia, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Blown glass
- Dimensions: H. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm)
- Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Emily Winthrop Miles, 1946
- Object Number: 46.140.503
- Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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