Cup plate
ManufacturerPossibly
New England Glass Company
(American, 1818 - 1888)
ManufacturerAttributed to
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
(American, 1826-1888)
CultureAmerican
Dateca. 1841
MediumPressed glass
DimensionsOverall, Rim: 3 11/16 in. (9.4 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Florence L. Smith
Object number52.18.54
Not on view
DescriptionCup plate of clear pressed glass. Bunker Hill Monument design with drape pattern shoulder & inscription "Corner stone laid by Lafayette June 17 1825 Finished by the ladies 1841 Bunker Hill Battle Fought June 17, 1775 From the fair to the brave". Rim of 53 even scallops. One of a pair, see 52.18.53.Published ReferencesRose & Lee, AMERICAN GLASS CUP PLATES, pg. 345, #643-B, "uncertain rarity".
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
1871
