Pressed Glass Pedestal Cake Stand with Silver-Plated Base

This item is a decorative footed compote or cake stand, featuring a clear pressed glass plate mounted on a metal pedestal base. The glass top is circular with a shallow depth, showcasing a high-relief geometric or starburst pattern on the underside that effectively refracts light. The rim appears slightly irregular or scalloped, suggesting a mid-20th-century pressed glass manufacturing process. The pedestal base is constructed of a non-ferrous metal, likely silver-plated pewter or a similar alloy, given the visible dark oxidation and tarnish concentrated at the bottom. The stem features a central baluster knop decorated with an embossed acanthus leaf or scroll motif, adding a neoclassical aesthetic. In terms of condition, the metal base exhibits significant surface patina and tarnishing, while the glass shows typical minor surface wear consistent with age and use. There are no large chips visible in the glass from this angle, though the connection point between the glass and metal may harbor adhesive degradation typical of these composite pieces. The piece likely dates from the 1940s to the 1960s, a period when such mixed-medium serving ware was popular for domestic use.