Victorian Cut Glass Dumbbell Form Paperweight, C. 1880-1900

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This Victorian cut glass dumbbell paperweight, dating to the late 19th century (circa 1880–1900), is a substantial and finely made … Read more This Victorian cut glass dumbbell paperweight, dating to the late 19th century (circa 1880–1900), is a substantial and finely made decorative object intended for use on a writing desk, library desk, or office surface. The piece features deep wheel-cut faceting throughout, including bold star-cut ends and pronounced serrated facet terminations along the central bar and dumbbell form ends, creating exceptional sparkle and visual depth.

Elegant yet architectural, it complements Victorian, traditional, classical, and English-style interiors, and pairs beautifully with other antique desk accessories, library objects, and 19th-century decorative glass. A striking example of Victorian cut glass craftsmanship, this paperweight offers both decorative presence to a vignette and historical character for collectors and designers alike.

Dimensions: 5.75” W x 2” D x 2”H. See less