Description
Description
Antique Fenton Vintage Grape Black Amethyst Carnival Glass Bonbon Dish
This striking antique two-handled carnival glass bonbon dish is attributed to the Fenton Art Glass Company and dates from the early twentieth century.
The interior displays Fenton’s Vintage pattern, featuring moulded grape clusters, leaves and trailing vines. The exterior has a finely detailed basketweave pattern, while the shaped rim and two sweeping handles give the dish an especially decorative form.
The base glass is extremely dark amethyst and appears black under ordinary lighting. Carnival glass collectors commonly describe this colour as black amethyst. The basketweave exterior displays prominent silver iridescence, while the interior reflects rich purple, blue, gold and bronze tones that change with the angle and strength of the light.
Fenton was one of America’s leading carnival glass manufacturers. Early Fenton carnival glass was generally unmarked, so recognised patterns, colours, shapes and moulded details are important to identification.
Details
Maker: Attributed to Fenton Art Glass Company
Pattern: Vintage, also known as Vintage Grape
Colour: Black amethyst with silver and multicoloured iridescence
Production style: Carnival glass
Production technique: Pressed glass with a shaped rim
Period: Early twentieth century, circa 1910s
Country of origin: United States
Form: Two-handled bonbon or serving dish
Interior design: Grapes, leaves and trailing vines
Exterior design: Basketweave
Mark: Unmarked
Measurements: Approximately 20 cm long × 15.5 cm wide × 10.5 cm high
Weight: Approximately 544 g
Condition
Excellent antique condition. Carefully checked and free from chips, cracks, flea bites and repairs. The iridescent finish presents beautifully. Please examine all photographs, as they form part of the condition description.
An impressive example of early American carnival glass, combining a recognised Fenton pattern with dramatic black-amethyst colouring, strong silver iridescence and an attractive two-handled form.
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