Vintage Carnival Glass Bowl Iridescent "Windflower" pattern Dugan Glass Co. 1911

Vintage Carnival Glass Bowl in the stunning "Windflower" pattern by Dugan Glass Co. from 1911. 8 1/2" diameter x 2 1/2" high  wonderful iridescent colours, blue, orange, amber etc...weighs 1 lb 2 ounces The Dugan Glass Company was an American glass manufacturer founded in 1904 in Indiana, Pennsylvania, by Thomas E. Dugan and Alfred V. Dugan, two glassmakers from the Northwood Glass Company. The company quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality, colorful glassware, particularly known for its Carnival glass, which was a type of iridescent glassware that became very popular during the early 20th century. The Dugan brothers established the company with a focus on decorative glassware. They built a factory in Indiana, Pennsylvania, which became the primary production site. 1. * Early products included pressed glass tableware and novelty items. Their pieces were often characterized by intricate patterns and designs, which made them popular with consumers. 2. Carnival Glass Era (c. 1909-1913): * Around 1909, Dugan Glass began producing Carnival glass, which featured a unique iridescent finish. This finish was achieved by spraying the hot glass with metallic salts. * Dugan's Carnival glass pieces were known for their vibrant colors, including amethyst, green, blue, and marigold, and featured intricate patterns such as flowers, animals, and geometric shapes.