5.28.26 MAY ANTIQUE & GLASS AUCTION
Lot 19:
Description
This lot consists of three hand-pressed iridescent carnival glass plates from the American Craftsman Series produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company between 1977 and 1980. Each plate features a high-relief central scene depicting a specific Colonial-era craftsman at work, enclosed by a wide, ornate border of floral and leaf motifs. The glass exhibits heavy iridescence with varying dominant color tones.
The first plate, titled The Potter, is numbered 8 in the series and dated 1977. It commemorates Philip Drinker, a skilled potter who settled in Charlestown, Massachusetts, in 1635. The iridescence on this plate shows dominant tones of copper, red, and gold.
The second plate, titled The Cabinetmaker, is numbered 10 in the series and dated 1979. It commemorates John Goddard, a Quaker cabinetmaker recognized for his 18th-century furniture. This plate features strong green, blue, and gold iridescence.
The third plate, titled The Tanner, is numbered 11 in the series and dated 1980. It commemorates Experience Mitchell, the earliest tanner in English America who arrived at Plymouth Colony in 1623. This plate displays deep amber, gold, and purple oil-slick iridescence.
The reverse of each plate contains a raised oval Fenton logo with a registered trademark symbol. Below the logo is a raised text block providing historical details about the craftsman and the series number and date. The plates are supported by three black display stands.
Condition report:
All three plates are in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks, or surface scratches. The iridescent finish is well-preserved and vibrant on each piece. The accompanying display stands appear to be in good functional condition.
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