Paperweight c. 1845 - 1860

"Paperweight" is a small, hand-blown glass paperweight, produced in the Clichy Glasshouse in France, c. 1845-1860. It features a vibrant pink background with a pattern of white, blue, green, and yellow millefiori, a technique where rods of colored glass are fused together to create intricate patterns. This particular example, now in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a stunning demonstration of 19th-century glassmaking, showcasing the intricate detail and artistry of the Clichy Glasshouse.