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

Jewel Casket & Tray

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

MediumPressed glass

DimensionsOverall: 2 7/8 x 6 1/2 x 4 1/16 in. (7.3 x 16.5 x 10.3 cm)

ClassificationsGlass

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.3878

Terms

Gothic Arch & Heart
Colorless
Sandwich, MA

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Glass Art

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DescriptionDish part of a covered jewel casket. Pressed, rectangular, clear, lacy, Gothic Arch and Heart pattern. Cover is matching, clear, lacy, and fits into dish. Double step top with pattern on inside reflecting through thick glass and solid, squat hexagonal finial. Large corner chip, crack down other end and some roughage. Tray is clear, rectangular, lacy with a border of hearts and stars and conventional base.