Description :

A visually striking and historically rich ensemble spanning three distinct design eras—from ornate Victorian pressed glass to painterly art glass and mid-century shell craftsmanship. Each piece offers unique character, making this set ideal for collectors, stylists, or vintage tableware enthusiasts.

Early American Pressed Glass (EAPG), ca. 1880–1890

• Dimensions: Approx. 2.5″ tall × 2.25″ wide

• Color: Opaque robin’s-egg blue (milk glass tone)

• Design: Molded fleur-de-lis and scroll motifs with a patinated metal lid. 

• Style Notes: A classic Victorian tableware piece—bold relief detailing and fine pressed craftsmanship. Highly collectible as an orphaned salt or pepper shaker.

Hand-Painted Blue Art Glass Pair

American or Bohemian Origin, ca. 1900

• Dimensions: Approx. 2.75″ tall × 2.25″ wide each

• Color: Transparent aqua blue

• Design: Rounded bulbous form with hand-enameled floral and vine decoration; fitted with aged metal screw-on tops.

• Style Notes: Delicate and painterly examples of early 20th-century enameled glass. Their vivid color and graceful ornamentation make them standout accent pieces in any vintage shaker collection.

Mother-of-Pearl Shell Pair

Mid-Century, ca. 1950s

• Dimensions: Approx. 3″ tall × 1.75″ wide each

• Material: Natural mother-of-pearl shell with silver-tone hinged lids

• Design: Hand-formed shell bodies with polished nacre finish. Each piece features a unique organic contour and pearlescent shimmer.

• Style Notes: Elegant decorative pair—combining natural iridescence with metallic detail. Ideal for coastal, boho, or eclectic table displays.

Collector’s Note:

A charming mixed-era grouping that showcases the evolution of salt and pepper shaker design—from late Victorian glass artistry to mid-century organic elegance. This curated set offers variety, color, and historical depth in one cohesive display.