Lenox Snowflake Candy Dish
Decorative ceramic vessel, specifically a candy/serving dish • Lenox Corporation
Style & Movement
Contemporary American Decorative Arts; Holiday-themed functional ware
Medium & Technique
Glazed porcelain with raised relief (impasto-style ceramic application) and 24-karat gold trim
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8 to 10 inches in length; rectangular geometric format with tapered sides
Subject Description
A rectangular, shallow dish featuring a seasonal motif of scattered snowflakes in various sizes. The snowflakes are rendered in relief with a slightly iridescent glaze, centered with small gold-tone dots to match the gilded rim.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; the piece shows visible surface accumulation and particulates (dust and hair), but the glaze appears intact without major chips.
Estimated Market Value
$15.00 - $35.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$10.00 - $25.00 USD
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a private estate; currently held in a second-hand retail environment or antique mall as indicated by the yellow consignor tag.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of mass-market American luxury porcelain. While not a unique fine art object, it illustrates the late-20th-century trend of high-quality seasonal consumer goods produced by established American ceramic firms.
Notable Features
Raised relief snowflakes provide a tactile quality; identifiable Lenox ivory-toned porcelain body; distinctive 24k gold accented rim.
Condition Issues
Visible surface debris, dust, and possible light scratching consistent with use/storage; potential wear to gold gilding on the rim (gilding loss).
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle cleaning with lukewarm soapy water and a soft micro-fiber cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners to preserve the gold leaf edge.