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Vintage Amethyst and Amber Glass Finger Bowls C1950
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Vintage Amethyst and Amber Glass Finger Bowls C1950

1940 - 1960
Sold 25 September 2024 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

Two fine glass finger bowls dating to c1950, one in amethyst and one in amber. They have tapered ribbed bowl and polished pontils.

Date & Origin

England, c1950

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

Height: 10.7cm Diameter: 10.4cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.7cm (4.21")
Width
10.4cm (4.09")
Depth
10.4cm (4.09")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Vintage Glass Finger Bowls to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1092084
Dealers Internal Reference
2024022813
Description
Technical Description

Two fine glass finger bowls dating to c1950, one in amethyst and one in amber. They have tapered ribbed bowl and polished pontils.

Date & Origin

England, c1950

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

Height: 10.7cm Diameter: 10.4cm.

Height
10.7cm (4.21")
Width
10.4cm (4.09")
Depth
10.4cm (4.09")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Vintage Glass Finger Bowls to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1092084
Dealers Internal Ref
2024022813
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Vintage Amethyst and Amber Glass Finger Bowls C1950

Archive II Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. View II
Archive III Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. View III
Archive IV Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. View IV
Archive V Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. View V
Archive VI Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. View VI
Archive VII Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface. View VII
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Verified Since Mar 2019
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Items Sold 2,193
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Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface.
Vintage Amethyst and Amber Glass Finger Bowls c1950
Ref: SA1092084
Two vintage glass finger bowls, one in deep amethyst and the other in amber, sit side by side on a reflective surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBowls
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsPlain sides, Rounded rims, Flat bases
  • SizeH 10.7 cm (4 in) x W 10.4 cm (4 in) x D 10.4 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Finger bowls originated in the 17th century and became essential during formal Victorian and Edwardian dining to rinse fingers between courses, often accompanied by a doily.

These pieces are typically crafted from blown or pressed soda-lime glass, incorporating metallic oxides during the manufacturing process to achieve rich amethyst and amber tones.

Authentic period glassware often exhibits pontil marks on the base, minor irregularities from hand-production, and specific compositional traits consistent with mid-century manufacturing techniques.

They can be repurposed as small tealight holders, catch-alls for small accessories, or displayed on open shelving to introduce splashes of coloured glass to a room.

Wash vintage glass by hand using lukewarm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives and sudden temperature changes to protect the delicate material integrity.
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