Paperweight c. 1845 - 1860

"Paperweight" is a delicate glass paperweight created by the Clichy Glasshouse, a renowned glassmaking workshop in France, around the mid-19th century. The paperweight features a white flower with purple veins and white speckles, a green leaf, and a intricate white latticework background. This paperweight exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and artistry of the Clichy Glasshouse, known for their exquisite glasswork and decorative paperweights. The piece is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.