Sugar bowl 1810 - 1830

This clear glass sugar bowl with a lid, was created by Benjamin Bakewell & Co., a renowned glassmaking firm, between 1810 and 1830. The piece is adorned with an etched floral design, highlighting the delicate artistry of the period. The sugar bowl, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the craftsmanship and decorative trends prevalent in early 19th-century American glassmaking. The elegant design and meticulous etching make this sugar bowl a beautiful example of American cut glass from the Federal period.