New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Cream Pitcher and Holder

ManufacturerAttributed to Boston & Sandwich Glass Co. (American, 1826-1888)

CultureAmerican

Dateca. 1870-1880

MediumBlown glass | Silver plate | Metal

DimensionsOverall: 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 3/4 in. (7 cm)

InscribedSilver is incised on bottom: "Simpson Hall Miller & Co. Wallingford, Conn. 1900 Improved Electro Triple Plate".

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number0.443

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DescriptionCream pitcher and holder. Blown, frosted by grinding, cut design and applied ruby rim slashed vertically to clear; curved bottom, fits into silver plated holder on 4 feet and with handle.

Published ReferencesAvila. _The Pairpoint Glass Story_. pg. 240, style made at Mt. Washington too.