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Early Checkerboard Carnival Pitcher & Footed Goblet

Checkerboard

Pattern
Checkerboard
Glass Type
Carnival Glass
Color
Iridescent
Era
1910–1920
Technique
Pressed with iridescent finish

Description

A magnificent set featuring Westmoreland's early Checkerboard pattern in stunning carnival glass. The iridescent finish creates a rainbow of colors that shift and change with the light, making each viewing a unique experience.

Historical Context

Westmoreland was an early producer of carnival glass, which was created by applying metallic salts to pressed glass before a second firing. Their carnival glass pieces are among the most prized by collectors.

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