1930s Uranium Glass Pitcher - Satin Vaseline Glass

Frosted Uranium Glass Pitcher with Etched Cherry Motif - Art Deco Style - 16 cm

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Uranium glass (vaseline glass) pitcher with a satin finish, dating from the 1930s. The piece features wheel-etched decoration with cherry and foliage motifs, typical of interwar glassware production.

Object History: Uranium glass, known for its intense green fluorescence under ultraviolet light (365 nm), was widely produced in Europe and the US until the mid-20th century. The frosted or satin finish was achieved through acid etching, giving the piece a velvety texture.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1930s.
- Technique: Pressed glass, acid-frosted with manual etching.
- Dimensions: Height: 16 cm (6.3 inches). Maximum diameter: 15 cm (5.9 inches).
- Material: Uranium-bearing glass.
- Condition: Excellent. No cracks, chips, or repairs observed. Minimal base wear consistent with age.

Value: Of high interest to collectors of fluorescent glassware and Art Deco objects. Due to its age, it is recommended for decorative or display use only.

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.