Few things at the table stop conversation the way these bowls do — each one a near-perfect glass raspberry, right down to the frosted, veined leaves.
Maker: Unmarked (attributed to Italy)
Materials: Glass (bubble glass, frosted leaves)
Dimensions: Small bowls: 5½" long x 4½" wide x 1½" tall; Large bowl: 10" long x 8¼" wide x 2¾" tall
Origin: Italy
Era: Vintage, 1970s–1980s
Quantity: Set of 6 (1 large bowl + 5 small bowls)
Condition: Excellent vintage — no cracks, chips, or visible scratches. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.
We believe these are Italian glass, and the level of detail is extraordinary — far beyond the many fruit-shaped bowls we've seen over the years. Each small bowl is a near-perfect raspberry: bubble glass berries, a central stem with tiny wood-grain rings, and frosted leaves with raised veins. The interior is smooth for easy serving, while all the artistry lives on the outside. The large bowl echoes every element at a grander scale.
Equally at home filled with fresh berries, fruit salad, ice cream, or a composed dessert course. A rare find in excellent condition, and a showstopping gift for anyone who loves the art of a beautifully set table.
Figural fruit-shaped glassware was a specialty of Italian glasshouses throughout the 1970s and 80s, prized for the kind of sculptural detail — bubble textures, frosted veining, naturalistic color — that set them apart from simpler pressed-glass novelty pieces.
Browse our shop for more vintage Italian glass and figural serveware to round out your collection.
