Cut glass bonbonniere and silver knob - 1920s

Footed cut glass bonbonniere with a silver finial, representative of high-end early 20th-century European glassware. The body features a complex geometric cutting pattern with star motifs and facets designed to maximize light refraction.

Historical Context: Manufactured during the 1920s, this piece reflects the aesthetic transition toward Art Deco, where table service functionality was combined with noble materials. These types of containers were common in upper-class European residences for serving preserves or as ornamental pieces.

Features and Details:
- Period: 1920s
- Technique: Cut and pressed glass with manual finishing
- Size: Height 15 cm (5.9 inches), Diameter 11 cm (4.3 inches)
- Weight: 560 g (1.23 lbs)
- Capacity: 300 ml (10.1 oz)
- Material: Glass and silver
- Condition: Excellent preservation. The glass maintains its original transparency without signs of clouding. The silver knob retains its natural patina, certifying its historical origin.

Value and Use: An item of high interest for collectors of antique glass or for integration into refined table services. Its design allows for use as a sugar bowl, jam jar, or decorative container.