Marigold Carnival Glass Starburst Bowl

This is a circular, shallow glass bowl exhibiting an iridescent marigold carnival glass finish. The bowl features a distinct 12-point scalloped starburst or 'petaled' rim, where each point corresponds to a pressed glass pattern of elongated lancet arches that radiate from the center. These arches contain a central line resembling a leaf vein or wheat stalk. The center of the basin features a sunburst or star-cut pattern with fine radial lines. The overall color is a warm, orange-gold 'marigold' tone achieved through a liquid metallic spray during the manufacturing process, giving it its characteristic iridescence. Based on the style and molded construction, this item appears to be an example of mass-produced American carnival glass, likely dating between 1910 and 1930. The craftsmanship shows typical characteristics of pressed glass from this era, including sharp mold lines and consistent patterning. The bowl's condition appears fair to good: there is visible wear on the iridescent coating, particularly along the raised edges of the scallops and the internal pressed pattern, where the underlying clear glass is more apparent. There are no large chips or cracks visible in the image, but scattered fine surface scratches suggest use over time. This style is consistent with manufacturers like Federal Glass or Indiana Glass, who produced various 'Sunburst' and floral-inspired patterns for domestic use.