Vases, Bowls & Decorative Objects

Art Nouveau Frosted Glass Flower Dish set

$75.00

Description

This exquisite frosted art glass dish is molded in the form of a fully bloomed flower, with overlapping petals radiating from a detailed center stamen. The soft yellow-green tint concentrated at the center and petal creases is characteristic of vaseline or uranium glass, a beloved material from the late 19th and early 20th century that glows brilliantly under UV black light. The piece reflects the Art Nouveau sensibility of celebrating nature through decorative form, with fluid, organic lines and fine surface texture achieved through a satin acid-etched finish. Small loop handles on either side echo the scalloped petal edge, adding both elegance and functionality. This style of decorative dish was produced by several prominent glasshouses of the era, including Verlys, Jobling, and various Bohemian manufacturers, and remains highly sought after by art glass collectors and Art Nouveau enthusiasts worldwide.

Condition

Excellent

No visible chips, cracks, or damage; crisp mold detail throughout

Dimensions

W 12.5" × H 1.25" × D 10"

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This charming pair of footed pressed glass salt cellars exemplifies the decorative tabletop artistry popular in American and European households during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The bold swag-and-tassel cut pattern around the bowl rim and the faceted pedestal base reflect the period's love of ornate, light-catching glassware at even the most intimate scale. Salt cellars of this style were standard fixtures on Victorian and Edwardian dining tables, presented alongside individual salt spoons for each diner — a tradition that speaks to an era of formal entertaining and meticulous table setting. The generous open-bowl form suggests these may have also served as individual nut or condiment dishes. The matched pair format is particularly desirable among collectors, making these an attractive find for anyone assembling a period table setting or building a pressed glass collection.

$55.00