Two-Tier Pink Depression Glass Cake Stand

This item is a two-tier cake stand constructed from pink Depression glass. The stand comprises two ruffled or fluted circular plates, with the upper plate smaller in diameter than the lower one. Each plate features a distinct wavy or scalloped edge, indicative of a decorative Victorian or Art Deco influence popular during the Depression era. The glass itself appears to be a translucent, pale rose-pink color, characteristic of manganese-colored Depression glass, which gains its hue from the addition of manganese dioxide to the glass batch. The surface of the glass plates has a textured, possibly 'crinkled' or 'woven' pattern, adding to its visual interest and obscuring perfect clarity. The plates are connected by a central metal rod that also forms a looped handle at the top, allowing for easy carrying. The metal rod appears to be dark in color, possibly wrought iron or a similarly finished metal, with a decorative twist or flourish near the handle. The overall construction suggests a piece designed for serving desserts or small pastries. Minor wear consistent with age and use, such as slight scratches on the glass or patina on the metal, would be expected but are not clearly discernible from the provided images. The item's style, materials, and color strongly point to a manufacturing period during the 1920s to 1940s, aligning with the Depression Glass movement. Its craftsmanship, while mass-produced, exhibits the charming imperfections and unique character associated with glassware from that era.