Looking for pattern/maker - Violet Etched Glass Ice Bucket

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  1. gimbler-dave

    gimbler-dave Well-Known Member

    Does anyone know who the maker is on this piece, and what the pattern is? I think it is an ice bucket, it measures 8 inches high with a 3-1/2 inch diameter base and 5-1/4 inch diameter rim. The sides have a gentle ripple which can be seen in the 2nd picture. The violet tint is deepest at the base, fading to almost clear at the rim. Thank you! ... Dave
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  2. gimbler-dave

    gimbler-dave Well-Known Member

    Maybe not an ice bucket -- my colleague says it is a vase.
     
  3. George Nesmith

    George Nesmith Well-Known Member

    I do not know right off. Based on the color and nature of the etch I would start with Cambridge then Fostoria and if no luck to Tiffin. I agree vase not big enough for ice bucket.
     
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  6. Pat P

    Pat P Well-Known Member

    Could the purple coloring be the color change from glass exposure that sometimes happens?
     
  7. gimbler-dave

    gimbler-dave Well-Known Member

    I wondered that too Pat, when I first saw the piece. I think extended UV exposure can cause a tint effect. I don't think that is the case here, but maybe some of the glass experts can give their opinion.

    By the way, I mentioned a "gentle ripple" in my OP. A better description would be "thumbprint" style flat ovals on the surface of the side, in two rows. Definitely makes for a more interesting surface vs. smooth sides. ... Dave
     
  8. Pat P

    Pat P Well-Known Member

    I'm definitely not a glass expert, and will be interested to see what others say.

    It's a pretty pattern...
     
  9. ola402

    ola402 Well-Known Member

    This looks like Central Glass, Balda etch. I recently sold some plates with this same color and etch. The lavender is really nice.
     
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  10. ola402

    ola402 Well-Known Member

    Oh, and it's not sun purpled. It's supposed to be that way, it's lavender.
     
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  11. TallCakes

    TallCakes Well-Known Member

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  12. gimbler-dave

    gimbler-dave Well-Known Member

    Great! Thanks for the ID! ... Dave
     
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