Tumbler 1885 - 1888

This "Tumbler" is a beautiful example of American pressed glass, made by the Richards and Hartley Flint Glass Co. between 1885 and 1888. The piece is a simple, yet elegant, cylindrical shape, with a distinctive pattern of raised, round bubbles that create a tactile and visually interesting surface. The translucent green glass, known as "uranium glass" because it contains uranium oxide, glows under ultraviolet light. This piece is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of American glassmakers in the late 19th century and is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection in New York City.