Paperweight c. 19th century

This 19th-century paperweight, created by Compagnie de Saint Louis, showcases a delicate blue flower with green leaves encased in a clear glass sphere. The intricate detail of the flower and leaves are achieved through the glassmaking technique known as "verre à la pâte," or "paste glass." These paperweights, a popular decorative object in the 19th century, highlight the artistry and skill of glassblowers in capturing natural beauty.