La Rochère pressed glass
The method for producing moulded pressed glass consists of pouring molten glass into a metal mould and then applying strong pressure. The molten glass then faithfully takes on the shape of the mould and the relief pattern is produced.
La Rochère glass is thick, giving it strength and simplicity. It is pressed on machines that are
the descendants of the hand-operated presses used in the 19th century.
A pressure seam is sometimes visible, which is the mark left by opening the mould in which
the glass is pressed. It is the characteristic of pressed machine glass and confers authentic
industrial rusticity upon the item.
La Rochère pressed glass has a special shine.
This is obtained by a fire polishing method specific to the glassworks.
