Vintage Black Amethyst Glass Hourglass Vase

This is a vintage flower vase crafted from deep black glass, likely 'Black Amethyst' glass which appears opaque black but reveals a dark purple hue when held against strong light. The piece features a classic hourglass or flared trumpet silhouette, characterized by a bulbous rounded base that tapers into a cinched waist before expanding outward into a wide, flared rim. The rim is finished with a smooth, rounded edge, suggesting a mold-blown construction followed by fire-polishing. The surface exhibits a high-gloss, reflective mirror-like finish typical of mid-20th-century decorative glassware. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures on the exterior, which is common for mass-produced glass from manufacturers like L.E. Smith, Fenton, or Hazel-Atlas, typically dating from the 1930s to the 1950s. The condition appears to be excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or heavy scouring, though minor surface scratches and shelf wear on the base are expected for an object of this age. The glass exhibits good clarity and weight, indicating solid craftsmanship and quality control during production.