Overview
A premier example of early American Carnival Glass featuring a highly detailed embossed swan centered within a lush floral and foliage border.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Millersburg Glass 'Swan' Pattern Ruffled Bowl
Photo reference
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Story
In 1909, John Fenton broke away from his family's famous glass dynasty to establish a factory that would produce the most brilliant iridescent glass the world had ever seen.
Maker / Origin
John Fenton was a visionary who believed that 'the poor man's Tiffany' should be just as beautiful as the real thing.
Condition & Value
The iridescence appears exceptionally well-preserved with no obvious 'high-point wear' on the swan's body. Millersburg is considered the 'aristocrat' of carnival glass. While marigold is the most common color, the 'Swan' is a highly desirable 'top-tier' pattern.
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