Fenton Art Glass Company is the largest manufacturer of handmade colored glass in the United States.
The Fenton Art Glass Company was founded in 1905 by Frank L. Fenton and his brother John W. Fenton in an old glass factory building in Martins Ferry, Ohio. They began by painting decorations on glass blanks made by other glass manufacturers. Soon, being unable to get the glass they needed, they decided to produce their own glass. The first glass from the new Fenton factory in Williamstown, West Virginia, was made on January 2, 1907.
Frank L. Fenton's desire to develop new and unusual colors helped to keep Fenton in the forefront of the handmade art glass industry. During the years from 1905 to the 1920's, Fenton design was influenced by the artists at Tiffany and Steuben. In late 1907, Fenton introduced "Iridescent" glass. This glass, now known as "Carnival" glass, is a popular collectible today. During the 1930's and 1940's, Fenton produced practical items, such as mixing bowls and tableware to get through the depression and WWII shortages.
In 1986, the leadership of the company passed on to the third generation, with George W. Fenton, Frank M's son, taking over as President. Today eight Fenton family members work together along with over 100 employees to create handmade glass artistry that is loved by collectors around the world. Fenton is known for its beautiful colors and patterns. Each piece of glass is an artistic creation by skilled glassworkers and decorators.” [From Fenton/Handcrafted American Glass Aristry web page.]
From this rich American Glass Aristry heritage, we offer a beautiful, collectible, blue milk glass, bicentennial history plate made by Fenton, with raised scene of Patrick Henry giving his famous speech. Front reads: "1776-1976 Patrick Henry "Give me liberty or give me death."
Back reads: Number one in a series of four. "In 1775, the people of the American colonies were becoming convinced that they should no longer be subjected to the dictates of a foreign power. Patrick Henry echoed the convictions when he issued the ultimate challenge, 'Give me liberty or give me death.'" A must for Fenton Collectors!
Discoloration from wire hanger - especially on the back. Discounted from $20.00 value to the special half price of $10.00! Otherwise, in very good condition. No chips or cracks.
Producer: Fenton
: $10.00
