Antique Hand-Blown Glass Smoke Bell c.1890

Antique Hand-Blown Glass Smoke Bell c.1890 England, circa 1890 A clear hand-blown glass smoke bell, designed to hang above an oil lamp or candle to prevent soot from marking the ceiling. Of domed circular form with a neatly applied loop handle, the glass shows typical tooling marks and subtle waviness characteristic of hand production. Dimensions: Width: 28 cm Height: 11 cm Condition: Good antique condition overall, with expected small air bubbles and slight irregularities from manufacture. Minor surface marks consistent with age and use.