Spiral Trail Vase Appraisal

Ruby Red Blown Glass Vase with Applied Spiral Trail

A medium-sized decorative art glass vase displaying a vibrant ruby red or cranberry coloration. The vessel features a classic ovoid or tapered bulbous body that rises to a flared rim. The most distinguishing aesthetic feature is a thick, applied clear glass spiral (or trail) that wraps around the exterior body, creating a sense of dynamic movement and texture. The glass wall possesses a subtle 'crackled' or 'seeded' texture, indicative of mouth-blown production methods where tiny air bubbles (seeds) are trapped within the molten glass. This texture creates a play of light and shadow, enhancing the depth of the red hue. The base appears to be a solid clear glass foot, which provides stability and contrast to the red body. In terms of condition, the piece appears well-preserved with no major chips or cracks visible on the main body; however, the applied spiral trail is a common point of fragility where small abrasions or tension cracks can occur over time. The style is consistent with mid-to-late 20th-century studio glass or high-quality decorative imports, reminiscent of the vibrant colored glassware produced in regions like Murano, Italy, or by American manufacturers like Blenko or Kanawha. There are no immediate visible maker's marks or signatures in the image, suggesting it may have originally featured a paper or foil label now lost to time.