Northwood Cranberry Opalescent Stripe Water Pitcher-Ring Neck Mold-Victorian

Description

We have an extremely hard to find water pitcher in cranberry opalescent stripe pattern. According to my research, Harry Northwood created the ring neck mold at the Martin’s Ferry factory about 1890.  The company moved several times in the 1890s to different factories only to finally sell out to the national glass company in 1899.  During these early years is when the company produced some of the most amazing opalescent glass patterns and shapes.  This fine example stands 9 1/4” tall and measures 7” from spout to back of handle. At the broadest area of the body the item measures approximately 6 1/2” across. Thorough examination and cleaning reveal no post factory chips, cracks, damage or repairs. I will mention and as pictured several ash inclusions,minor pitting and a couple of bubbles on the inside/outside due to the manufacturing process and the dirty working conditions.  This was normal in early opalescent pieces. I also noticed minor residue in the lower portion of the inside which is difficult to see unless viewing in bright light. A slightly darker swirl line in the glass can be viewed from the outside, it is not a crack but incorporated into the glass at production. Since this item was produced in the late 1800s, flaws such as these are common and do not deter from the overall beauty of each piece.  A super nice example of a very hard to find mold and pattern of cranberry opalescent glass.  Please view all pictures as they are considered part of the description.  To ensure safe delivery, this item will need to be double boxed and shipped FedEx ground home delivery, fully insured.
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