Lamp 1818 - 1825

This clear glass lamp, created by the New England Glass Company between 1818 and 1825, exemplifies the craftsmanship of early American glassblowing. The lamp's bulbous body features a distinctive ribbed pattern and a simple, looped handle, while a black metal cap sits atop its opening. This piece, currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, stands as a testament to the burgeoning glassmaking industry in 19th-century America.