This Piece is a Historical Reproduction



Bell jars, also called "cucumber" or "melon" glasses were used in the 18th century in both Europe and America by gardeners to protect delicate plants from the cold. English horticulturist Sir Thomas Hanmer first documented their uses in 1659. Eighteenth century bell jars were generally 18 inches wide at the rim and the same in height. Most were made of the same dark green glass that was used for wine bottles. This piece measures approximately 9 ¾ " high.



All of the Jamestown Glasshouse produced pieces are hand-blown and crafted by local artisans. The natural color of glass is green so if you seek historical accuracy then your best selection is the green glass items. Since every piece is hand blown and crafted there will be slight irregularities and therefore no two items will be exactly the same.



DO NOT PUT THESE HANDBLOWN GLASS ITEMS IN A DISHWASHER OR OVEN THEY ARE TEMPERATURE SENSITIVE.

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