Victorian Glass Creamer Appraisal

Pressed Glass Creamer with Gilt Decoration

This item is a clear pressed glass creamer featuring a distinctive gilded rim and a hobnail and diamond pattern. The creamer is relatively small, consistent with a single-serving or small table-sized creamer. The primary material is clear glass, which has been molded or pressed to create an intricate geometric pattern across its body. The pattern consists of repeating pointed segments, resembling a series of upward-pointing triangles or 'hobnails' in the upper half, transitioning to a dense diamond-cut-like texture below this, separated by horizontal bands. A significant feature is the wide band of what appears to be gold leaf or gilt decoration applied to the interior, just below the rim, extending downwards in a jagged, almost mountain range-like pattern. This gilt application shows signs of age and wear, with some areas appearing faded or rubbed off, particularly along the sharp edges of the interior glass pattern. The handle is also made of clear pressed glass, exhibiting a textured or faceted surface, providing a better grip. The pour spout is subtle, integrated into the rim on the side opposite the handle. The bottom of the creamer reveals a simpler, less ornate pressed glass pattern, likely for stability. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures. Stylistically, the pressed glass with its geometric patterns and gilt decoration points to a late 19th to early 20th century aesthetic, possibly American or European. The overall condition suggests regular use over time, with the wear on the gilt being the most noticeable condition issue, indicating its age and history. The craftsmanship is typical of pressed glass items from that period, offering decorative appeal at a more accessible price point than cut glass.