Covered jar 1883 - 1888

This covered jar was crafted by the New England Glass Company sometime between 1818 and 1888. Notice how the diamond pattern repeats across the surface? This motif has roots stretching far back in time, echoing ancient textile designs and architectural ornamentation. In early Mesopotamian art, the lozenge was a symbol of fertility, of the womb. It then resurfaced in geometric patterns adorning Roman mosaics. The diamond's reappearance in this glasswork is not a mere coincidence. It speaks to a collective memory, a visual language that transcends time. The diamond motif, charged with the primal energy of creation, continues to resonate in our subconscious, reminding us of the cyclical nature of life and the enduring power of symbolic forms. What hidden treasures lie within this womb-like vessel?