Footed Pressed Glass Egg Candy Dish
Decorative Art, Press-molded Glassware • Unidentified American or European Glass Manufacturer (possibly in the style of Indiana Glass, Westmoreland, or Fenton)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Traditional / Neo-Victorian Revival
Medium & Technique
Clear pressed glass; manufactured using industrial mold-pressing techniques with a sunburst/petaled pattern and a faceted pedestal base.
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1950-1970)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 6-7 inches in height; vertical egg-on-stand format
Subject Description
A three-piece decorative glass object featuring a removable egg-shaped lid and a bottom bowl mounted on a hexagonal pedestal foot. The surface is decorated with relief patterns resembling floral petals or sunburst radiating from the top and bottom poles.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the glass maintains its clarity, though visible seam lines from the mold process are present.
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $35 USD
Auction Estimate
$10 - $25 USD
Provenance History
Mass-produced domestic decorative item; likely acquired through retail or floral secondary markets.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the mid-century trend of 'Neo-Victorian' glass collecting where domestic items were manufactured to mimic 19th-century cut crystal through more affordable industrial pressing methods.
Notable Features
The hexagonal base and the specific 'sunburst' petal pattern are typical of mid-century giftware often sold during the Easter season.
Condition Issues
Minor surface abrasions, possible 'flea bite' chips along the inner rim where the lid meets the base, and visible mold seams characteristic of mass production.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash with mild detergent; avoid dishwashers to prevent glass clouding ('sick glass'). Display away from direct impact risk on a stable surface.