Antique Glass Paperweights

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The translucent, royal-blue stave rods seen in the basket, visible in this view, are most unusual.

Pedestal, Clichy, c. 1845-55 Catalog 53. 

This regal Clichy pedestal paperweight is remarkable for its subtle color scheme and use of various medallion-shaped canes. Almost every color available to the glassmaker was used to create this weight's stunning arrangement.