Early American Pattern Glass

About Antique Early American Pattern Glass

Early American Pattern Glass (EAPG), also known as pressed glass, was mostly produced from 1850 to 1910, made in a cast-iron mold to be economical and durable for everyday use (cheaper than blown glass). The highly diverse patterns ranged from plain to very elaborate, and were often patented by the manufacturers.

Most patterns started with a goblet, and some would have table sets (spooner, covered butter, covered sugar, and creamer at a minimum) and possibly additional pieces such as a celery vase. The English made pattern glass too, but more individual pieces instead of sets...

Some of the better known (and collectible) American pattern glass producers included Northwood, The U.S. Glass Company, Heisey, Fostoria, Bryce Brothers, Higbee, Ripley, Duncan, McKee, and Gillinder and Sons of Philadelphia.

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An Interview With Early American Pattern Glass Collector Elaine Henderson

My mother was our inspiration for collecting pattern glass. She collected it, and she died at a very young ag… [more]

Figured Glassware and Where It Came From

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Selected Rarities in Lacy Glass

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A One of a Kind Goblet Collection

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Lacy Sandwich Glass in Color

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Marked and Lacy Sandwich Salt Dishes

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Sandwich Lacy Goblets

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An Interview With American Cut Glass Collector Barbara Meek

I started collecting cut glass when I was about 18. My sisters were married, and during the summer, I would g… [more]

An Interview With Carnival Glass Collectors Glen and Stephen Thistlewood

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David Doty's Carnival Glass Website

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American Cut Glass Association

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The Charleton Line

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