Lot 234

Price Realized:  $351
Freeblown Witch Ball And Stand, Similar construction techniques are noted on PG plate 428, left
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Lot: 234 Freeblown Witch Ball And Stand, possibly Pittsburgh district, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1840-1860. Trumpet form with knop stem and hollow flaring base, colorless with opaque milk glass loopings, tooled flared rim - pontil scar on stand, rough sheared opening on witch ball, ht. with witch ball 15 5/8 inches, greatest dia. of stand 5 3/8 inches, witch ball dia. 7 inches. Similar construction techniques are noted on PG plate 428, left A most impressive piece in size and form. Fine condition.
Estimate: $350 - $700  Minimum bid: $170
Price Realized:  $351