Topic: Fostoria Line 2373 Window Box w/ Silver Deposit

[SellingThings]

Good morning !
I have a Black Glass Window Box from Fostoria Line # 2373 with Silver deposit on it. Since I am new to glass collection/verification, I would like one of the experts here to verify my identification. I would also like to find out where I can find out more information on the silver artistry that was used on this piece. It is hallmarked "Rockwell" on the base. This item measures a striking 8 ¼ inches long by 3 3/8 inches wide by 4 ½ inches high to the top of the frog.

            

              

   

Any assistance would be appreciated as I want to sell this gorgeous piece as soon as proper identification is made.

Thanks -
marty

[Lustrousstone]

We don't have experts here; just people who know a few things. A quick search here [LINK REMOVED] reveals three examples of your box [LINK REMOVED]
Rockwell overlay examples can be found here [LINK REMOVED]

Rockwell was a decorating company.

For prices you'll have to look at completed sales on ebay and elsewhere on the Internet.

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[SellingThings]

Christine,
Thanks for the reply - I have seen the ChatAboutDG gallery of Fostoria Line 2373 Window Boxes and have read about Rockwell.

When this box was made, Rockwell purchased several items from glassmakers such as Fostoria and then designed themes and patterns which were then  deposited on these pieces of glass. They turned the pieces of glass into beautiful works of art.

What I have been looking for is a name or theme that Rockwell used when this piece was crafted. I'm sure that this was not the only piece like it that was made. If not, then this is surely a one-of-a-kind work of art.

Thanks again,
marty

[Lustrousstone]

You can be sure that Rockwell turned out plenty of these and other items from a wide range of glass (and ceramics) manufacturers with similar designs. Silver overlay is not particularly uncommon or difficult to do, but Rockwell designs are rather nice. You perhaps need a book on Rockwell for the answer you seek or to ask on chataboutdg, as we have few US members on here interested in depression glass that aren't there.