This object is inspired by glass trap shooting targets used across the American frontier (1875–1895) .
The Frontier Marksman Series reimagines these lost objects as collectible artifacts.
Object Details
In the late 19th century, marksmen across the American frontier trained using hand-blown glass target balls filled with feathers and powder.
These fragile objects were launched into the sky and shattered mid-air brief, brilliant, and gone.
Product Details:
- Deep cobalt blown glass
- Hand-finished neck opening
- Approximately 2.5 inches in diameter.
- Wood display stand
- Engraved brass identification plaque
Each piece carries slight variation, reflecting the character of early glass production.
Plaque Text
Bogardus Blue Ball
Frontier Marksman Series
Provenance West
Not a replica. Not a decoration.
A study of form drawn from the objects that shaped the West.
Because of the handcrafted assembly process no two studies are entirely identical. Subtle differences in finish, and material character are considered part of the authenticity of the piece.
Once the edition is complete, the study will be retired from production.
Price: $245
Interested in acquiring the study? Contact Provenance West.
A handcrafted Provenance West Object
Each study is a study of Western horsemanship, material culture, and form presented as a collectible artifact
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While this study examines a specific aspect of Western material culture, it represents a broader effort to document and preserve the craftsmanship traditions of the American West.
Provenance West collaborates with collectors, interior designers, hospitality groups, museums, and cultural organizations seeking meaningful ways to incorporate authentic craftsmanship and material history into their spaces and collections.
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