Paperweight c. 1848 - 1855

This "Paperweight" crafted by the Compagnie de Saint Louis, c. 1848 - 1855, is a stunning example of 19th-century French glassmaking. The piece features a delicate pink flower with green leaves, intricately crafted in a clear glass base. The paperweight, on display at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the precision and artistry of the Saint Louis glassworks, renowned for their exquisite decorative objects. This small yet intricate piece exemplifies the era's fascination with natural forms, capturing the delicate beauty of flora in a captivatingly detailed glass sculpture.