Hobnail Footed Ruffled Glass Centerpiece Bowl

This is a clear glass centerpiece bowl, featuring a footed design with a circular base and a short pedestal stem. The bowl itself has a ruffled, undulating rim, giving it a slightly organic or floral appearance. The entire outer surface of the bowl, including the pedestal, is covered in a raised, rounded, knob-like pattern, commonly known as "hobnail" glass. The hobnail pattern is dense, with individual knobs evenly spaced across the surface, creating a tactile and visually textured effect. The glass appears to be clear and relatively thick. There are no visible chips, cracks, or obvious repairs. The surface shows some light surface scratches and scuffing on the base consistent with age and use. There is a small paper tag present on the stem, which may contain manufacturing or retail information, although the text is not legible in the image. The craftsmanship appears decent, with the hobnail pattern consistently applied, though some minor variations in knob size or spacing may be present upon closer inspection. Based on the style and hobnail pattern, this piece likely dates to the late 19th or early 20th century, a period when this type of pressed glass was popular.

Upon visual examination of the provided image, I have assessed this clear glass centerpiece bowl with a footed design, ruffled rim, and all-over hobnail pattern. The piece appears to be late 19th to early 20th-century pressed glass, a style common during that era. Condition appears good, with no visible chips or cracks. The presence of light surface scratches and scuffing on the base is consistent with age and typical use. The small paper tag is intriguing but illegible in the image, preventing identification of the maker or origin, which significantly impacts value. Authenticating the specific manufacturer (such as possible Fenton, Duncan & Miller, or a European producer) requires in-person examination of the glass quality, mold lines, and potentially remnants of a maker's mark or pontil scar if applicable (though unlikely in pressed glass). Market conditions for this type of antique pressed hobnail glass are moderate. While there is consistent interest among collectors of early American and European glass, ubiquity of the pattern and the lack of a definitive maker without physical inspection place it in a competitive casual collector market. Rarity is moderate; the hobnail pattern itself is not rare, but specific forms or colors can increase value. Without positive identification from the illegible tag or a physical examination to determine the maker and assess glass quality, this piece's value is based primarily on form and decorative appeal as a generic antique glass centerpiece.