Vintage Pressed Glass Grape Cluster Dish

This is a vintage serving dish or trinket bowl fashioned in the representational shape of a grape cluster. The item is constructed from thick, clear pressed glass, featuring a characteristic textured 'bumpy' exterior that mimics individual grapes. The interior is polished and relatively smooth to allow for contents, while the reverse side showcases deep molded indentations providing a tactile, high-relief effect. The dish includes a curved glass handle at the base, designed to represent the stem of the vine. In terms of dimensions, the piece appears to be approximately 5 to 7 inches in length, fitting easily within a human palm. The glass exhibits good clarity with a bright, refractive quality, though common for this era of pressed glass, slight production bubbles or faint mold seam lines may be present. The scalloped edges undulate to follow the silhouette of the fruit. Based on the style and heavy mold work, this likely dates to the mid-20th century (circa 1940s-1960s), a period when figural glassware for condiments, nuts, or candies was highly popular in American and European households. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant clouding, maintaining a high luster that indicates quality manufacturing and careful preservation.