Antique EAPG 9.5" Engraved Comport - National Glass Company No 84D 'Delos' - ca. top 1901

This antique pressed glass comport or footed bowl is a beautiful example of Early American Pattern Glass (EAPG). The comport has been engraved with flowers that have been decorated in gold.

EAPG was produced in America from the 1850s until around 1915. It was intended for everyday use by ordinary families who could not afford much more expensive cut glassware and crystal. Manufacturers produced whole tableware sets in matching patterns with close to 1,000 different patterns introduced over this period.

EAPG from a wide range of manufacturers was imported to Australia in the late 1800s to early 1900s for sale by department stores and mail order retailers. Surviving examples can still be found today - although they are much rarer here in Australia than in the USA and are commonly misidentified as depression glass.

The comport was made in the United States by the National Glass Company at their Dalzell, Gilmore & Leighton (DG&L) Works. DG&L operated a factory in Findlay, Ohio from 1888 until 1899 when they joined the National Glass Company and operated as their Factory No.6. Sadly the National Glass Company went bankrupt a few years later around 1905 and the factory shut.

The pattern on this comport identifies it as part of their No. 84D 'Delos' range which was was introduced in 1901. This comport is a very rare find. DG&L were not the most prolific exporter of EAPG to top Australia and most surviving examples of this pattern do not have engravings.

- EAPG 9½" comport or footed bowl
- can also be used as a cake stand
- National Glass Company: Dalzell, Leighton & Gilmore Works
- No 84D 'Delos' pattern
- antique item, dates from 1901 to 1905


CONDITION

The comport is in excellent antique condition with no chips or cracks in the glass. There are some minor scratches and scuffs from use in the glass but they are minimal and only noticeable upon close inspection. There are a few small air bubbles in the glass left over from the manufacturing process. There has been no discoloration of the glass which remains perfectly clear. The gold decoration in the engraved flowers has worn in places, especially on one of the motifs. Please check the photographs carefully as they form part of the description of this item.


DIMENSIONS

24 cm diameter x 17 cm height
9½" diameter x 6¾" height
Weight: 1.15 kg


POSTAGE

The comport will be safely and securely packed and will be shipped in a sturdy box. If you would like to combine shipping with another item then please don't hesitate to contact me.