Paperweight c. 1848 - 1855

This glass paperweight, created by the Clichy Glasshouse in the mid-19th century, showcases the intricate and colorful technique of millefiori glassmaking. The paperweight features a cobalt blue background with two delicate white flowers, meticulously crafted from tiny, colorful glass rods. The intricate patterns within the flowers, created by fusing together different colored glass rods, are a hallmark of millefiori glassmaking. The paperweight's small size, measuring only 3 inches in diameter, emphasizes the delicate beauty of its intricate detail.