Victorian Hand‑Blown Glass Rolling Bottle – Aqua Laundry Roller, 16.5" c.1840–80
$ 66.0
Description
Victorian Hand‑Blown Glass Rolling Bottle – Aqua Laundry Roller, 16.5" c.1840–80. NtiqueVictorian hand‑blown glass rolling bottle in classic aqua, dating toc.1840–1880. These heavy, perfectly round glass cylinders were used aslaundry rollers / linen smoothers, rolled across damp cloth to press and smooth fabric before ironing. ntique Victorian hand‑blown glass rolling bottle in classic aqua, dating to c.1840–1880. These heavy, perfectly round glass cylinders were used as laundry rollers / linen smoothers, rolled across damp cloth to press and smooth fabric before ironing. This example is hollow with a small blow‑pipe opening, thick‑walled, and beautifully balanced. Shows expected 19th‑century bubbles and glass irregularities. Rolls smoothly and displays wonderfully. Details: Hand‑blown aqua glass Hollow, sealed body with tiny blow‑pipe opening Length: approx. 16.5" Weight: approx. 3.2 lbs c.1840–1880 Condition: No cracks; light surface wear from age. Clean, strong color. A great example of Victorian household glass — functional, sculptural, and highly collectible.
