This charming small pitcher is crafted from rich ruby red (cranberry) glass, hand-blown with a vibrant, translucent deep red hue that catches the light beautifully. It features a classic applied clear glass handle for easy pouring, adding an elegant contrast to the red body. The base shows a distinct pontil mark (rough scar from the blowing pontil rod), confirming its authentic hand-blown origin—no mold seams or machine marks present. Its petite size makes it ideal for serving cream, syrup, or as a bud vase/novelty item.
Origin: Likely Bohemian (Czech), Victorian English, or American production (common for this style). Many similar pieces were imported or made in the late 19th to early/mid-20th century. Exact maker unmarked (typical for many hand-blown cranberry pieces).
Age: Circa late 1800s to 1940s (Victorian to mid-century vintage), with the pontil mark and applied handle pointing toward pre-1950 hand-blown techniques. Most comparable examples date to 1890-1930s.
Material:
Body: Hand-blown ruby red cranberry glass (gold-ruby or true cranberry).
Handle: Clear (colorless) applied glass.
Condition: Excellent antique/vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs visible. Pontil mark is clear.
Item dimensions: 3.75" tall × 4" wide × 3" deep Â
Weight of item: 9.1 oz Â
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