Wine Glass 1870 - 1890

This glass was crafted by Adams and Company and presents a pattern of raised circles across its surface. These orbs, reflecting light, evoke a sense of abundance and perhaps even fertility, reminiscent of ancient symbols associated with prosperity and nature's bounty. Consider the recurring motif of circular forms found throughout history—from the sun discs of ancient Egypt, representing life-giving energy, to the mandalas of Eastern traditions, symbolizing wholeness and the cosmos. Here, on this glass, the arrangement invites us to reflect on the cyclical nature of life, the repetition of forms suggesting a continuity that transcends time. Wine, often associated with ritual and celebration, takes on new meaning in vessels such as this. It is a symbol that resurfaces, evolves, and takes on new meanings in different historical contexts. What emotions are stirred within you when you gaze upon this pattern, this vessel meant to be filled and shared?