This popular Victorian glass was manufactured by Chance Brothers in clear and tinted versions. One of a range of figured rolled glasses; smooth on one side and patterned or 'figured' on the other.
Pattern D - blue.
Pattern D - yellow.
Pattern D - green
Pattern D - yes you guessed it pink!
Because, like Muranese and Kaleidoscope, it has a light catching, sparkly nature it was often used for borders and to give texture to panels...
Below it makes an interesting backdrop to a painted piece;
Unlike Muranese, Pattern D is hard to find for matching purposes, the closest match being Muranese.
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