Vintage Milk Glass Ruffled Swung Vase

This item is a vintage milk glass swung vase, a style popularized in the mid-20th century, specifically the 1950s through the 1970s. The piece features a bulbous, ribbed base that tapers into a long, slender 'swung' neck, terminating in a flared, ruffled, or 'petal' rim. The construction is typical of American art glass manufacturers like Fenton or Viking, though no specific maker's mark is visible in the provided image. The opaque white color is characteristic of traditional milk glass. The ribbed pattern on the base provides a tactile texture and helps catch the light, emphasizing the verticality of the piece. Swung vases are unique because each is hand-stretched while the glass is hot, meaning no two are exactly identical in height or curvature. The condition appears fair to good with no immediate signs of large chips or cracks, though close inspection would be required to rule out flea bites on the rim or surface scratches. The height appears to be approximately 12 to 15 inches based on surrounding objects. Such pieces are highly collectible examples of mid-century decorative arts.