Vintage Mid-Century Modern Heavy Pressed Crystal Ashtray With Diagonal Ribbed Swirl Pattern, Marked by Mosser Glass (Usa)

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A substantial and impressive piece of high-quality vintage pressed glass, this large round ashtray or versatile catch-all dish embodies the … Read more A substantial and impressive piece of high-quality vintage pressed glass, this large round ashtray or versatile catch-all dish embodies the dramatic elegance of Mid-Century Modern design.

This piece is definitively attributed to the Mosser Glass Company of Cambridge, Ohio, and bears the distinctive "M" (or stylized "W") in a circle mark on the underside. Mosser Glass is renowned for continuing the tradition of high-quality American pressed glass.

The piece features a striking, deeply molded diagonal ribbed swirl pattern that catches the light beautifully, giving the impression of hand-cut crystal. Its heavy weight and thick glass construction are characteristic of quality mid-century glassware. It serves as a beautiful accent piece for a bar cart, coffee table, or desk.

Key Features:

Attribution: Mosser Glass Company, USA.

Design: Deeply cut diagonal ribbing creates a continuous swirling optic pattern.

Function: Perfect as a classic ashtray, or as a luxe decorative vide poche (catch-all) for keys, coins, or jewelry.

Condition: Very good vintage condition. See less