Clear Art Glass Apple Paperweight

This is a solid, hand-blown clear art glass figurine in the shape of an apple, functioning as a decorative paperweight. The piece features a spherical, heavy body with a smooth, polished surface that exhibits high clarity and light-refracting properties typical of quality lead crystal or art glass. A notable feature is the applied glass leaf and stem detail at the top; the leaf is textured with vertical ribs to simulate natural veins and is folded downward against the shoulder of the globe. The base appears to be slightly flattened to provide stability, possibly featuring a ground pontil mark, though the bottom is not fully visible. There is a frosted or matte appearance toward the true bottom which may indicate surface wear or a design choice for stability. No maker's marks or signatures are immediately visible in the provided image, but the craftsmanship suggests mid-to-late 20th-century production, similar to styles produced by companies like Steuben or Mats Jonasson. The condition appears fair to good with no major cracks, though minor surface scratches and internal air bubbles (seeds) inherent to the blowing process are present.

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