Carnival Glass Acorns and Oak Leaves Bowl

This is an iridescent carnival glass bowl featuring a deeply embossed design of acorns and oak leaves. The bowl exhibits a vibrant, shimmering iridescence, characteristic of carnival glass, with dominant hues of orange and gold that shift to purples, blues, and greens depending on the light and viewing angle. The material is pressed glass, giving it a substantial weight and texture. The edges of the bowl are ruffled or crimped, a common characteristic in carnival glass, creating an undulating, scalloped rim. The central motif depicts a stylized wreath or garland of oak leaves and numerous acorns, all raised in relief from the interior surface of the bowl. The individual details of the leaf veins and acorn caps are clearly discernible, indicating a well-executed mold. The overall shape is round with a slightly flared and irregular rim. This piece likely dates to the early 20th century, typically between 1907 and the 1920s, a period when carnival glass was highly popular. There are no obvious chips, cracks, or repairs visible from the image, suggesting good overall condition. Minor manufacturing imperfections such as mold lines or variations in iridescence are common for this type of glass and age. The quality of the iridescence and the clarity of the molded pattern suggest it could be a piece from a well-known maker like Fenton, Northwood, or Imperial, although specific maker's marks are not visible in the provided image.