Early American Pattern Glass (EAPG) Sun-Purple Oval Bowl

Story

Before World War I, American glassmakers used manganese to make glass look crystal clear. When exposed to the sun's UV rays over decades, a chemical reaction turns this clear glass into a beautiful, ghostly shade of violet.

Maker / Origin

During the late Victorian era, dozens of glasshouses across Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania competed fiercely to produce affordable, decorative tableware for the growing middle class. Companies like McKee, US Glass, and Indiana Tumbler created thousands of intricate molds that imitated expensive European cut crystal.

Condition & Value

The bowl appears to be in good vintage condition with a strong, even purple coloration. There are no obvious large chips or cracks visible along the delicate scalloped rim, which is highly prone to flea bites. Excellent condition with no chips on the rim teeth commands the higher end of the range.