A pair of mid-19th century decorative and graduated comports made by Molineux & Webb
From Canford & Co Frames Ltd
A pair of mid-19th century decorative and graduated comports made by Manchester glass company, Molineux & Webb. The turquoise-edged frosted glass centrepieces have raised faceted baluster and cut star feet. The Greek key design was pattern 7034 and recorded in the company's pattern book 2.
Molineux & Webb was the oldest of the major Manchester glassworks famous for its 19th century pressed glass, particularly the Greek key design. The pattern was used for a wide range of tableware and was first registered in 1864.
The price is for the pair but they are available individually - the comports are £245 each
Comports: 17.5 cm and 14 cm high
