Collectors Facts - Prism and Pleats, maker unknown
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Most of the examples of this geometric style bowl have been found in Australia. Three sizes of bowl are currently reported: 5", 8½” and this massive 12" (30cm) example illustrated. A cake plate is also known, complete with a metal rod / holder. Andrew Mitchell reports that the bowl has a ground base. Marigold is the only colour currently reported. Photo courtesy Andrew Mitchell |
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Shapes:
Bowl, three sizes
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Colours:
Marigold
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We featured this intriguing pattern in the Encyclopedia as we felt that – stylistically – it was possibly European (despite all examples so far having been found in Australia). We had no idea of date of production, but the shapes it has been reported in speak to this pattern being European in origin.
Now, through our intensive research, we can add a date! The ads shown below appeared in the Australian press in 1926 (left) and 1929 (right), at a time when a lot of imported European glass (including Carnival) was also being featured. Research continues.
Now, through our intensive research, we can add a date! The ads shown below appeared in the Australian press in 1926 (left) and 1929 (right), at a time when a lot of imported European glass (including Carnival) was also being featured. Research continues.
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