Cranberry Crackle Glass Miniature Vase
Decorative art, blown and molded glass vessel • Unknown maker, likely European (Venetian/Murano or English) or American studio glass production
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern Decorative Glass / Studio Glass
Medium & Technique
Cranberry art glass with internal crackle texture technique, free-blown and shaped
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1950s-1970s)
Dimensions & Format
Miniature vessel, approximately 3 to 4 inches in height, vertical upright format
Subject Description
A small hourglass-shaped decorative vase featuring a deep cranberry or magenta hue with an intentional network of internal crackle lines, creating a textured visual effect beneath a smooth exterior surface.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. Appears intact with no major chips, cracks, or structural defects visible, though minor surface wear consistent with age may be present.
Estimated Market Value
$30 - $75
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50
Provenance History
Unknown private collection, acquired through secondary art and antique markets
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the popular mid-century decorative glass techniques utilizing crackle finishes and rich metallic oxide colorations reminiscent of traditional Venetian glassmaking traditions.
Notable Features
Distinctive hourglass silhouette combined with the internal crackling effect that catches light dynamically.
Condition Issues
None readily apparent from the visual evidence, standard minor shelf wear on the base.
Conservation Recommendations
Standard handling with clean cotton gloves, dusting with a soft microfiber cloth, and display away from direct, intense sunlight.