Paperweight c. 19th century

This 19th-century paperweight, crafted by the renowned Baccarat Glass Works, is a stunning example of millefiori glasswork. The intricate design features a central cluster of red and white flowers encased within a swirling pattern of colorful glass rods, creating a mesmerizing depth and optical illusion. The technique of millefiori, meaning "thousand flowers" in Italian, involves arranging colorful glass rods together, fusing them, and then slicing them to create intricate patterns. This paperweight showcases the skilled craftsmanship of Baccarat, known for their exquisite glass creations.