LEE/ROSE NO. 619 CUP PLATE, violet blue with numerous black inclusions, embossed "Benjamin Franklin", 48 even scallops. Extremely rare. Boston & Sandwich Glass Co. Second quarter 19th century. 3 1/2" dia.
Reference: Elsholz, lot #1424.
Parallels B & K I, fig. 1419..
Provenance: Collection of the late Anne and Leon Powell.
Note: An example of this plate from the Marble collection was included in the 1954 Corning exhibit (case 37, #594) and included by Rose in his new "100 Best" colored list.
Reference: Elsholz, lot #1424.
Parallels B & K I, fig. 1419..
Provenance: Collection of the late Anne and Leon Powell.
Note: An example of this plate from the Marble collection was included in the 1954 Corning exhibit (case 37, #594) and included by Rose in his new "100 Best" colored list.
Condition report
Rim chip causing the loss of two scallops, three additional scallops very lightly tipped, one moderate top-rim spall
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Auction details
Spring Cataloged Auction of Glass & Lighting
6:30 AM PT - May 17th, 2008
offered by
Green Valley Auctions
2259 Green Valley Lane
Mt. Crawford, VA 22841
Mt. Crawford, VA 22841
