This two-piece console set is defined by its dramatic, undulating silhouettes and delicate light interaction. The expansive master bowl and its companion piece feature deep, rhythmic ruffles that create a sense of movement, further emphasized by the contrast between the translucent clear glass and the saturated gold-tinted bases. The fine wheel-carved floral etchings offer a subtle textural layer, while the gilded rims catch ambient light to provide a soft, metallic glow. Positioned as a sculptural centerpiece, this set anchors a room with its graceful proportions and classic mid-century elegance.
American, Mid-20th Century.
The form and decoration are consistent with the elegant glass traditions of the 1940s and 1950s, specifically stylistically aligned with North American houses such as Tiffin or Fostoria. The combination of hand-applied gilt, wheel-carved floral motifs, and the luminous gold-tinted foot is characteristic of "Elegant Glass" produced during this era.
Large Bowl
Height: 5 3/8 “
Width / Diameter: 10 “
Depth / Base Diameter: 3”
Weight: 2.842 lbs
Small Bowl
Height: 2 ¾ “
Width / Diameter: 5 ½ “
Depth / Base Diameter: 2 5/8
Weight 0.83 lbs
The condition is excellent. No chips, cracks, or deep scratches are present. The gilded rims show minimal to no shelf wear, maintaining a bright luster. The glass remains clear with no observed clouding; the golden base tint is vibrant and consistent across both pieces.
This set is composed of blown glass that has been hand-manipulated to achieve the dramatic ruffled rim. The sunlight-yellow base is a "flashed" or "cased" application where the colored glass is fused to the clear body, creating a glowing gradient effect when viewed from above. The floral decorations are hand-carved (wheel-cut) through the surface to create a frosted contrast against the clear and gold glass.
This set serves as a commanding focal point for a formal dining table, a low-profile cocktail table, or a mirrored credenza. The master bowl is particularly effective when placed on a sunlit console where the gold-tinted base can project warm patterns onto the surrounding surface.
This two-piece console set is defined by its dramatic, undulating silhouettes and delicate light interaction. The expansive master bowl and its companion piece feature deep, rhythmic ruffles that create a sense of movement, further emphasized by the contrast between the translucent clear glass and the saturated gold-tinted bases. The fine wheel-carved floral etchings offer a subtle textural layer, while the gilded rims catch ambient light to provide a soft, metallic glow. Positioned as a sculptural centerpiece, this set anchors a room with its graceful proportions and classic mid-century elegance.
American, Mid-20th Century.
The form and decoration are consistent with the elegant glass traditions of the 1940s and 1950s, specifically stylistically aligned with North American houses such as Tiffin or Fostoria. The combination of hand-applied gilt, wheel-carved floral motifs, and the luminous gold-tinted foot is characteristic of "Elegant Glass" produced during this era.
Large Bowl
Height: 5 3/8 “
Width / Diameter: 10 “
Depth / Base Diameter: 3”
Weight: 2.842 lbs
Small Bowl
Height: 2 ¾ “
Width / Diameter: 5 ½ “
Depth / Base Diameter: 2 5/8
Weight 0.83 lbs
The condition is excellent. No chips, cracks, or deep scratches are present. The gilded rims show minimal to no shelf wear, maintaining a bright luster. The glass remains clear with no observed clouding; the golden base tint is vibrant and consistent across both pieces.
This set is composed of blown glass that has been hand-manipulated to achieve the dramatic ruffled rim. The sunlight-yellow base is a "flashed" or "cased" application where the colored glass is fused to the clear body, creating a glowing gradient effect when viewed from above. The floral decorations are hand-carved (wheel-cut) through the surface to create a frosted contrast against the clear and gold glass.
This set serves as a commanding focal point for a formal dining table, a low-profile cocktail table, or a mirrored credenza. The master bowl is particularly effective when placed on a sunlit console where the gold-tinted base can project warm patterns onto the surrounding surface.
