Preliminary identification

Northwood 'Cherry and Pear' Carnival Glass Bowl, Marigold, c. 1910-1920

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Overview

A stunning example of American Carnival Glass featuring a lush 'Cherry and Pear' interior motif and a distinctive basketweave pattern on the reverse.

Story

In the early 1900s, this glass was known as 'the poor man's Tiffany' because it offered the shimmering beauty of high-end Favrile glass at a fraction of the cost.

Maker / Origin

Harry Northwood founded his company in 1896 and became a titan of the 'Golden Age' of carnival glass. He was famous for his intricate nature-inspired designs, but his true legacy was the 'N' mark…

Condition & Value

The iridescence appears well-preserved with strong 'oil slick' colors. There are some minor surface scratches visible in the close-up near the cherries, which is typical for glass of this age. No major chips or cracks are visible on the sawtooth edge, which is the most vulnerable area.

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Market Analysis

Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.

Value Drivers

▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact

Concerns

▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues

Best Venue

Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.

Comparable Sales

5 comps

Regional auction

· Jun 2024

Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.

$1,280

SOLD

Dealer archive

· Mar 2024

Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.

$1,450

SOLD

Marketplace sale

· Jan 2024

Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.

$980

SOLD

Estate platform

· Oct 2023

Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.

$1,150

SOLD

Auction result

· Aug 2023

Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.

$1,375

SOLD