Hello everyone,
this close pack millefiori paperweight has recently came into my possession. at first glimpse i assumed it was a Strathearn piece.but upon closer inspection it has a few signs which make me wonder if it is something else possibly c1850's?
Firstly to feel and look of the clear glass section, this has a lead glass based look and a number of air bubbles. which is consistent in Victorian glass
secondly there are some unusual Canes in this weight, a few glow and look to be Uranium glass. however i have not tested them under UV light.
lastly the overall wear it has excessive scratching especially to the base. the centre pontil appears polished with the surround rather worn. overall the wear is similar to c1850's paperweights i have owned before.
overall it is a very tactile and beautifully made weight.
if anyone could Help with an ID i would very much appreciate it.
kind regards steven