Vintage Milk Glass Key-Patterned Tumbler or Small Planter

This item is a cylindrical vessel, likely a tumbler or small planter, crafted from opaque, creamy-white milk glass. Its surface is adorned with a recurring pattern of antique-style keys in a dark brown, possibly sepia, color. The keys display various intricate designs, including ornate bows, detailed shafts, and complex bits, suggesting different periods or styles of locksmithing craftsmanship. These designs are printed directly onto the glass, exhibiting a slight textural difference from the smooth glass surface. The vessel features a gently flared rim with a smooth, rounded edge. The overall color is a uniform, slightly off-white or beige, typical of older milk glass pieces, which sometimes develop a subtle yellowing over time due to manufacturing processes or light exposure. There are no immediate visible cracks, chips, or significant damage to the glass or the printed pattern, indicating good condition for its presumed age. The craftsmanship appears to be industrial, likely mass-produced, though the key designs themselves suggest attention to detail in the graphic selection. The absence of a handle or a distinct base design visible in the image makes its exact function as a tumbler or planter ambiguous, though its substantial thickness points to durability. The style of the keys points towards a mid-20th century aesthetic, possibly late 1950s to 1970s, which is a common period for decorative milk glass items.