Fenton Milk Glass Hobnail Crimped Bowl

This item is a classic milk glass bowl produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company, likely dating from the mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1970s). The bowl features the signature 'hobnail' pattern, characterized by a uniform field of raised, rounded bumps across the exterior surface. The upper rim is finished with a wide, deeply crimped or ruffled edge, creating a dynamic, undulating silhouette. The glass is an opaque, bright white 'milk' color with a smooth, semi-glossy finish on the interior. It sits on a low, circular pedestal base which provides stability. The craftsmanship displays high-quality molding with consistent hobnail spacing and expert glass manipulation at the ruffled rim. Based on the visual inspection, the item appears to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant staining. There is a slight translucency at the thinnest points of the ruffled edges, which is a characteristic of high-quality vintage milk glass. While a maker's mark is not visible in the photo (as many Fenton pieces of this era used paper labels that have since been removed), the specific combination of the hobnail pattern and crimped rim is a hallmark of Fenton's production line during their peak mid-century period.