Antique Cambridge Glass Floral Figural

"In joy or sadness, flowers are our constant friends." ~ Okakura Kakuzo

Recently acquired from a lifelong glass collector, we are pleased to present this stunning Antique Floral Figural from the prolific glassmakers at Ohio's Cambridge Glass. One of America's most esteemed glass houses, founded in 1873, Cambridge Glass Company was known for both the elegance and wide variety of its designs. 

The exquisite draped figure, in Cambridge's Rose Lady design, makes a luxurious impression in bright clear glass sitting upon an elegant pedestal surrounded by small holes in which to insert cut flower stems for the creation of an elegant centerpiece or display. Although representing a woman, a floral holder of this style is most often called a “flower frog” – or more prosaically, a “flower arranger.” At a time when it was more de rigueur to cultivate flower varietals in the garden and bring them indoors to arrange for decoration and enjoyment, these flower frogs were part of everyday household equipment.

While eminently handy when quickly employed for an impromptu display without immersing the arranger in a lower bowl, setting the "frog" within a shallow container of water expands the versatility of the display options, as well as the longevity of the clipped blooms. The clear glass figure with its ice-like sculptural angles is shown to magnificent advantage when set within a simple silver cake basket, upon a crystal compote or any stand with the capacity to hold a small amount of water to feed the flowers.

For the avid gardener, flower lover or glass collector, this graceful and refined figural arranger promises to become a much reached-for accessory within your entertaining or tablescape repertoire. The perfect backdrop to arrange everything from a hand-picked posy to seasonal decor, we are confident this sculptural ornament with its opulent form would make an exquisite gift or addition to any home.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In very good antique condition. Flowers and lower bowl shown for illustration only and are not included. Measures 8.75"H x 4"D at lower edge.