Rare Mid-century Whitefriars Glass Solid Cubed Ashtray in Amber Cased Glass began in Yorkshire in 1871

began in Yorkshire in 1871 as Bagley Glass of Knottingley and although they remained predominantly a manufacturer of bottles in 1913 they began manufacturing glass tableware and art glass under the name 'The Crystal Glass Company'

Pointed Collar

Trimmings: Rimmed Fabric Covered Buttons

Size: 12 AU (oversized)

Rare Mid-century Whitefriars Glass Solid Cubed Ashtray in Amber Cased Glass began in Yorkshire in 1871Rare mid century Whitefriars Glass solid cubed ashtray finished in a deep orange tone with large ground polished pontil mark beneath. Substantial in weight. We believe this to be shape number 9017 as featured on page 19 of the 1950's Whitefriars catalogue. Shelf wear at the base and small chips at the corners and wear from use in the ashtray bowl. Video available on request