Pilgrim Cameo Glass
It is in excellent condition with no chips, knicks, or repairs. It is called "Conservatory Box" and was made in 1998, Registry Number 834001 and is an Edition of 13. It looks like the New York Botanical Gardens. It is signed by the artist Kelsey Murphy. It is made with 4 colors, with each color being a separate layer of glass.
The colors on it are green, white, crystal, and and maybe grey (not exactly sure on the last color). The top does come off as you can see in the second photo. The third photo is a view from the INSIDE of the top piece, and the fourth photo is a view from the INSIDE of the bottom piece.
The Certificate of Authenticity is included. As you can see, it has been signed by Kelsey Murphy and has also been notarized. It's about 7" high and a little over 8" wide. The Pilgrim Glass Company is no longer in business. This item is truly a collectible.
This piece of American Cameo Glass has been blown and carved entirely by the hands of some of America's top glass artisans and holds a historically significant place in American glass. Some History about Pilgrim Cameo Glass: Pilgrim Cameo Glass is known for - complexity, focused artistry, created exclusively for collectors and people who appreciate elegance.
Pilgrim Cameo Glass is created by blowing one layer of hot, molten glass on top of another. After the top layer cools it is painstakingly hand carved to expose the different colored layers beneath. This particular fine art form was first practiced by the Romans, circa 300 A. And revived in European markets between 1840 and 1920. Pilgrim is the first American company to successfully pursue this art form.
Pilgrim - and its celebrated company of some of America's top glass artisans - have succeeded in carving as many as 9 layers of glass. Each piece is signed by its respective artist. The item "Pilgrim Cameo Glass" is in sale since Thursday, December 10, 2020.
This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Glass\Art Glass\North American\Pilgrim". The seller is "ffclark" and is located in East Lynn, West Virginia. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Type of Glass: Cameo
- Features: Limited Edition
- Brand: Pilgrim
- Material: Glass