Paperweight c. late 19th century

This late 19th century glass paperweight, produced by the Boston and Sandwich Glass Company, features a multicolored floral design enclosed within a clear glass sphere. The intricate details of the flowers are achieved through the technique of millefiori, which involves fusing together rods of colored glass to create complex patterns. This paperweight exemplifies the skilled craftsmanship of the Boston and Sandwich Glass Company, known for its innovative and beautiful glasswork. The piece is currently housed in The Art Institute of Chicago.