Pressed glass hen-on-nest covered dish
Estimated Value
$20-$60 each, depending on maker, color, size, and condition
This appears to be a decorative hen-on-nest covered dish made of molded colored glass. The piece has a textured body, a detailed hen head and comb, and a beaded rim around the base. The amber/orange coloration is vivid and translucent, suggesting pressed glass rather than cut or hand-blown glass. Similar novelty glass dishes were popular as tableware, candy dishes, and collectible decorative items. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced molded glass, with strong form detail and decorative surface texture.
Era
Mid-20th Century (approximately 1940s-1970s), with possible later reproduction examples
Origin
Likely United States or Japan; exact maker unknown
Material
Colored pressed glass
Condition
Good overall condition; appears intact with no obvious chips or cracks visible in the image. Light surface wear may be present consistent with age/use.
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 6-8 inches long and 4-6 inches tall
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium; the form and glass quality are consistent with vintage pressed-glass hen-on-nest dishes, but the exact age and maker cannot be confirmed from the image alone
Provenance
Likely produced as a novelty household or gift item, commonly manufactured in the mid-20th century for the American market. Without a maker's mark, exact provenance cannot be determined.
Historical Significance
Hen-on-nest dishes are a long-standing decorative tableware form, especially popular in the 19th and 20th centuries. They reflect domestic novelty trends and collectible pressed-glass production, with many color variants made for the giftware market.
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