Vintage Silver Overlay Decorative Glass Pitcher/Cruet
Antique and Vintage Glassware/Decorative Arts

Vintage Silver Overlay Decorative Glass Pitcher/Cruet

This is a vintage small decorative glass pitcher or cruet, measuring approximately 5 to 7 inches in height. It features a bulbous base, a pinched pouring spout, and an applied clear glass handle with a slight 'C' curve. A primary feature of this piece is its silver overlay decoration, showcasing a swirling foliate or scrollwork pattern along the body and a metallic rim around the lip. The glass is clear with a substantial weighted base, suggesting mid-20th-century production, likely American or European (such as pieces by Silver City or Rockwell). The silver appears to have significant oxidation, presenting as a dark, tarnished patina rather than a bright metallic shine. Overall condition issues include notable tarnish to the silver overlay, some minor surface scratching typical of used glassware, and possible light mineral deposits at the interior bottom. While no maker's mark is visible in the photograph, the style and method of application align with the Art Nouveau revival or Mid-Century traditional aesthetic. The craftsmanship is evident in the seamless integration of glass and metal components, though the current state of oxidation suggests it has been stored without recent polishing.

Estimated Value

$45.00 - $65.00

Basic Information

Category

Antique and Vintage Glassware/Decorative Arts

Appraised On

April 25, 2026

Estimated Value

$45.00 - $65.00

Item Description

This is a vintage small decorative glass pitcher or cruet, measuring approximately 5 to 7 inches in height. It features a bulbous base, a pinched pouring spout, and an applied clear glass handle with a slight 'C' curve. A primary feature of this piece is its silver overlay decoration, showcasing a swirling foliate or scrollwork pattern along the body and a metallic rim around the lip. The glass is clear with a substantial weighted base, suggesting mid-20th-century production, likely American or European (such as pieces by Silver City or Rockwell). The silver appears to have significant oxidation, presenting as a dark, tarnished patina rather than a bright metallic shine. Overall condition issues include notable tarnish to the silver overlay, some minor surface scratching typical of used glassware, and possible light mineral deposits at the interior bottom. While no maker's mark is visible in the photograph, the style and method of application align with the Art Nouveau revival or Mid-Century traditional aesthetic. The craftsmanship is evident in the seamless integration of glass and metal components, though the current state of oxidation suggests it has been stored without recent polishing.

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