Starting around 1880 American Glass Factories created one of the most captivating and fascinating glass forms that became known as Art Glass.
Art Glass was created as a need for the glass factories to generate additional income and because the individual creations by the glass blowers were not only artistic, but the Victorian women of this period were attracted to the deep rich colors of reds, pinks, blues, yellow and green that fit into their Victorian decor. Once Art Glass became a decorating staple of the Victorian home, glass companies started developing their own style of product which included the styles known as: Amberina, Peach Blow, Mother-of-Pearl, Satin, Mary Gregory, Coralene, Cut, Enameled, Opal, Latticinio, Craquelle, Threaded, Pomona, and Spangled glass.
Today, one of the most expensive and sought after art glass was designed and manufactured by the craftsmen of the Mt. Washington Glass Works in Massachusetts. They artistically produced such wonderful examples of art glass that carry the names: Queen's Burmese, Pearl Satin, Lava, Cameo, Crown Milano, Napoli and Verona.
When you are out poking around online or in a shop and come across a fine example of American Art Glass, you will find it expensive, but worthy of investment and ownership.
Here's to a day full of Shopping and Smiles!
From your Super Shopper,
Purple Patty
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