Collection of Art Glass Witch Balls and Hand-Blown Spheres in a Cut-Glass Bowl

This assembly consists of seven hand-blown art glass spheres, traditionally known as 'witch balls' or friendship balls, presented within a vintage deep-red or cranberry-colored cut-glass bowl. Each sphere measures approximately 3 to 4 inches in diameter and exhibits unique artisan techniques. Notable pieces include a vibrant cobalt blue and white mottled sphere, a ruby red and white feathered pattern globe, a light aqua frosted sphere, and a dark brown ribbed piece with white dot accents. The construction of the spheres features pontil marks at the top, suggests mid-to-late 20th-century decorative glassmaking. The bowl underlying the spheres features a classic diamond-cut or hobnail pattern on the base with a smooth, polished rim in a dark translucent hue. The craftsmanship of the glass spheres shows varied techniques such as millefiori-style mottling, internal trailing, and surface etching. Condition appears fair to good; while the glass maintains a high gloss, there are visible dust accumulations and potential minor surface scratches consistent with aged decorative glass. No major chips or cracks are immediately discernible, though the pontil scars are raw, which is characteristic of the hand-blowing process. This collection represents a popular style of American or European art glass collectibles from the 1970s through the 1990s.