Marigold Carnival Glass Bowl, Floral Pattern, Three Footed, 1950s

Pressed carnival glass bowl with a Marigold iridescent finish, representative of mid-20th-century production. This piece features an embossed botanical design and ruffled edges supported by three stylized feet.

History of the object:
Carnival glass emerged in the early 20th century as an affordable alternative to blown art glass. After an initial decline, it experienced a revival in the 1950s, when glassworks reintroduced classic patterns using metallic salt vapor iridescence processes, a technique that provides the characteristic metallic luster over the orange-colored glass.

Details and condition:
- Period: 1950s (Revival)
- Technique: Pressed glass with surface metallic luster treatment
- Diameter: 21 cm (8.27 inches)
- Height: 7.4 cm (2.91 inches)
- Weight: 450 g (0.99 lbs)
- Material: Soda-lime glass
- Condition: Excellent preservation. The iridescent layer maintains its chromatic integrity. No fractures, cracks, or chips on the edges or the feet.

Application and value:
Of interest to collectors of technical glassware or mid-century decor. Its value lies in the quality of the iridescence and the structural integrity of the piece.