These paperweight inkwells demonstrate the unique glassmaking styles of Millville, New Jersey, and showcase the skill and creativity of their glassworkers. ALDERFER AUCTION COMPANY
What cities come to mind when you think of glassmaking? Venice, Italy? Waterford, Ireland?
Sandwich, Massachusetts?
How about Millville, New Jersey? Millville had a thriving glass industry by the 1860s. Many glassworkers were immigrants, familiar with techniques like lampworking and millefiori that had been practiced around the Mediterranean for hundreds of years.
