Columbia Glass Factory Rare EAPG Antique Dog Holding Cornucopia Flower Vase Set of Two, c.1880's

Very unique and rare, this dog vase, introduced by the Columbia Glass Company of Findley, Ohio (1886-1891), displays a textured sitting dog holding a daisy and button patterned cornucopia vase with a delicate scalloped rim. 

During the mid 1800's, prior to the use of lead oxide, manganese was added to produce a colorless glass ( these vases are thus lead free). It was during exposure to sunlight over time the manganese naturally gives such glass a purplish color. While beautifully cared for, these 100 year-plus vases have acquired a slight purplish color. 

A very charming, collectible memory of early American pressed glass manufacturing.

Origin: Ohio, USA; pre-owned

Dimensions: 5 3/4"H x 3 1/4"W (est) x 2 1/2" vase opening

Condition: Very Good. There is one small smoothed chip to the scallop edge of one vase; there are no other issues, cracks, or pattern wear.