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antique PIASA BIRD ruffle crimped BOWL white opalescent SOWERBY glass ENGLAND
antique PIASA BIRD ruffle crimped BOWL white opalescent SOWERBY glass ENGLAND
antique PIASA BIRD ruffle crimped BOWL white opalescent SOWERBY glass ENGLAND
antique PIASA BIRD ruffle crimped BOWL white opalescent SOWERBY glass ENGLAND
antique PIASA BIRD ruffle crimped BOWL white opalescent SOWERBY glass ENGLAND

antique PIASA BIRD ruffle crimped BOWL white opalescent SOWERBY glass ENGLAND

$ 27.45

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Object Type: Bowl
  • Color: White Opalescent
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Type of Glass: Opalescent Glass
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Model: Footed Bowl
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Condition: Perfect condition with no chips, cracks or scratches. No discoloration or cloudiness in the glass. See description and pictures for details.
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Main Color: White
  • Brand: Sowerby
  • Pattern: Piasa Bird

    Description

    Offered for sale is a
    beautiful
    antique opalescent glass whimsy bowl made
    (most likely) by Sowerby of England, in the late 1890s or early years of the 20th century
    .  The pattern is called PIASA BIRD (original name remains unknown).  This one has a wide ruffle-crimped edge, pulled inward on two sides to form a kind of banana-bowl shape.  It stands on three short feet, each detailed with a clawed bird's foot.   Above each foot is a sort of mythical bird that appears to have a bearded human face.  The glass has a beautiful fiery white opalescent color, fading to clear glass at the base.  The crimped rim also has a thin clear edge.
    The bowl WOULD measure 7 3/4 inches (19.7cm) in diameter, but because of the pulled-in sides it's
    7 3/4 inches (19.7cm) long but only 3 1/2 inches 8.9cm) wide in the middle
    .  It would have been 2 3/4 inches (7.0cm) tall at the rim, but the pulled-in sides reach to 4 inches (10.2cm) high. It is shown with a U.S. quarter in the first three pictures, to give an accurate impression of the size at a glance.  This is a magnificent antique opalescent piece for your collection!
    The bowl has no chips, cracks, scratches or repairs.  Really excellent condition, esp. considering it's well over 100 years old.
    All my items are from a SMOKE FREE home.  Check for other fine antique items I have to offer this week, including more antique opalescent and carnival glass!
    I pack all items in sturdy cartons with plenty of cushioning.  My shipping time is a HIGH estimate -- I can usually ship faster than the estimated time.  I
    am happy to combine shipping to save on postage IF doing so will not risk breakage of fragile items.  If you win more than one of my items, please wait for a revised invoice before sending payment.
    International customers please be aware that
    there may be customs fees and import duties not included in the cost of shipping.  I will do what I can to keep the shipping costs low while still packing each item safely.  If you need your item shipped overseas, PLEASE ASK FIRST about the shipping cost.
    Good luck and thanks for looking!