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Eleven inches of German lead crystal — the largest basket in Hofbauer's Byrdes Collection (#1412), and one of the most striking pieces they made.
Maker: Hofbauer Crystal Co.
Collection: The Byrdes Collection, #1412 (largest basket)
Materials: 24% lead crystal
Dimensions: 11.0" tall, 8.5" wide
Origin: Germany
Era: Vintage, circa 1990
Condition: Excellent — no scratches, cracks, or chips. Will be carefully packaged; please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.
An etched bird graces the center; a sawtooth rim catches the light along the edges; the tall handle is decorated with large cut X's that create a diamond pattern up the arc. In any light, this piece is alive. 24% lead crystal has a weight and clarity that no modern glass quite replicates.
A showstopping gift for a crystal collector, a bird lover, or anyone who appreciates genuinely exceptional objects. Beautiful on a dining table, a sideboard, or a windowsill where the light can find it. Perfect for Easter, Mother's Day, or a meaningful housewarming. Please note this is a heavy piece — packaging will be substantial.
Hofbauer Crystal was founded in northern Germany and became known for their exquisite 24% lead crystal patterns. The Byrdes Collection — a play on the German word for birds — was among their last, and most beloved. The factory burned down in the mid-1990s and was never rebuilt, making these pieces impossible to replace; the Byrdes Collection remains one of the top 20 most collected crystal patterns in the United States.
Browse our shop for more vintage German lead crystal and decorative baskets to round out your collection.
