Antique Set of Victorian Cranberry Glass Shell-Shaped Open Salts – 19th Century
Bring a splash of elegance to your table setting or collection with this charming pair of Victorian cranberry glass open salts, beautifully handcrafted in the 19th century. These delightful shell-shaped vessels showcase the exquisite craftsmanship and romantic aesthetic typical of Victorian glassware.
Key Features:
Origin: England, circa mid-to-late 1800s
Material: Rich cranberry glass with clear applied ruffled rims and feet
Design: Petal-footed base with a shell-inspired body and fluted, hand-applied edge detailing
Colour: Deep cranberry pink with clear glass accents – striking and delicate
Technique: Blown and moulded glass with hand-finished elements
Dimensions: 7 x 6.5cm
Condition: Excellent antique condition with minor bubbles and inclusions consistent with hand-blown glass of the period. No chips or cracks observed.
These open salts would make a lovely addition to a Victorian table setting, a glassware collection, or as unique display pieces. Their vibrant colour and playful yet refined form make them a standout example of period design.
A perfect gift for collectors of antique glass or lovers of fine Victorian décor.
Internal Reference: 38-784
Antique Number: SA1152541
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 7cm (2.8inches)
Width is 6.5cm (2.6inches)
Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
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