Paperweight c. 1848 - 1855

"Paperweight" is a 19th-century glass paperweight by the Clichy Glasshouse, a renowned French glassmaking company. The paperweight showcases the "Clichy swirl" technique, characterized by its mesmerizing spiral pattern in red, white, and green glass. This intricate swirling effect adds a touch of depth and visual interest to the small, circular object. The Art Institute of Chicago houses this example of fine 19th-century glassmaking.