Art Deco Amber Uranium Vaseline Glass Charger with Etched Floral Rim, 1930s

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A broad rim decorated with an intricate pattern of etched daisies, leafy foliage and interlaced stems defines this substantial glass … Read more A broad rim decorated with an intricate pattern of etched daisies, leafy foliage and interlaced stems defines this substantial glass charger. The textured surface across the flange contrasts with the smooth, polished clarity of the deep central well, catching the light across its raised outlines and recessed details. Formed from uranium-bearing glass, the piece exhibits a distinct colour-changing property. In normal ambient lighting, the glass shows a rich, warm amber-honey hue that deepens noticeably where the material thickens through the circular well and base. When exposed to ultraviolet light, the uranium content produces an intense, bright green fluorescence across the entire body. Measuring 37 cm across, the generous scale and circular form make it well suited for use as a centrepiece dish or display charger. The underside features a plain circular base supporting the stepped interior wall, while the wide flattened rim extends outward to showcase the sprawling botanical decoration typical of 1930s European decorative glassware. No maker's mark or factory trademark is present, which is standard for British and continental pressed and etched glass of the interwar period. The plate has a substantial weight and thick gauge typical of decorative table centrepieces from this era. Overall diameter: 37 cm. See less