Hobnail Cruet 1887 - 1896

This "Hobnail Cruet" is a clear glass bottle with a textured surface of raised "hobnail" dots. Made by Hobbs, Brockunier and Company between 1887 and 1896, it is a prime example of American glassmaking during the Victorian era. Its decorative, functional form showcases the company's signature "hobnail" technique, a hallmark of their glass production. This cruet, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a testament to the skilled artisans who crafted unique and beautiful glass objects for domestic use in the late 19th century.