This oval fruit bowl was manufactured in uranium glass (vaseline glass) using the pressing technique. The piece is notable for its intense green fluorescence under ultraviolet light exposure, a technical feature achieved by adding uranium oxide to the glass mass.
Object History: Produced during the Great Depression era (ca. 1930-1939), this type of glass was valued for its vibrant hues and affordability. The design features scalloped edges and a faceted body reflecting the transition from Art Deco style to the functional forms of the interwar period.
Technical Details:
- Period: 1930s
- Technique: Translucent pressed glass
- Dimensions: Width 24 cm (9.4 inches), Height 8 cm (3.1 inches), Depth 18 cm (7.1 inches)
- Material: Uranium glass
- Condition: Excellent state of preservation. No chips or cracks present. Small internal air bubbles are observed, typical of the industrial manufacturing process of the time.
Collector Value: A piece of interest for the study of materials history and collections of UV-reactive glass from the first half of the 20th century.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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