Sugar Sifter

Date 1890

Mediumglass

Donor credit lineNew Bedford Glass Museum Collection Transfer

Object number1992.100.81

Institutional Credit LineCourtesy of the New Bedford Whaling Museum

DescriptionCrown Milano mold-blown sugar sifter, in the form of a fig. Painted cream and organe wash with painted, enamelled floral design. Crown Milano, is the exotic name given to decorated Opal wares. Emblematic of the Aesthetic Period, the palette features muted tones including gold, green, pink, rust, and beige. The decoration typically features an acid treatment, to create a matte finish, and gilt and enameled decoration in popular natural motifs. Like many other wares produced by Mount Washington, it was meant to resemble china.ProvenanceGift of Hilda Hacking

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