Object Notes

1997.159.A-E, Oil Lamp with "Russian" pattern decoration, c. 1885, C. Dorflinger and Sons, lead glass, cut metal


GENERAL DESCRIPTION  
In 19th century America, large-sized, heavy cut glass in the form of oil lamps and punch bowls were the most labor intensive objects for manufacturers to produce, and consequently represented the pinnacle of a glass company's production. This particular lamp is unique both because of i