Covered Owl Jar 1880 - 1890

This "Covered Owl Jar" is a piece of pressed glass created by the Atterbury and Company, a glassmaking firm that operated in the late 19th century. The jar is made in the shape of an owl, with a detailed head and body, and the feathers are depicted on the owl's body. It's a great example of American pressed glass from the late 19th century, and it highlights the artistic and decorative capabilities of this widely popular medium. It is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.