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Vintage Milk Glass Scalloped Serving Bowl


Dispatched from Sydney within 1–2 business days. Tracked with signature on delivery.

  • Due to the size and protective packaging required for this product, complimentary shipping thresholds do not apply. A flat delivery fee will be calculated at checkout.

A beautifully proportioned vintage milk glass serving bowl featuring a softly scalloped rim and an elegant pedestal silhouette. The luminous opaque glass diffuses light with the characteristic glow that has made milk glass a timeless favourite, creating a refined centrepiece that feels equally at home on both contemporary and traditional tables.

Generously sized, the deep bowl is ideal for serving leafy salads, seasonal fruit, fresh bread or shared side dishes, while its sculptural form also lends itself beautifully as a centrepiece filled with citrus, decorative fruit or fresh flowers. The softly flared profile and timeless design bring quiet elegance to everyday meals as well as larger gatherings.

Originally produced as practical serving ware, vintage milk glass has become increasingly sought after for its enduring craftsmanship, versatility and understated beauty. Whether used regularly or displayed as part of a collection, it is a piece designed to be enjoyed for generations.

Dimensions

  • Width: 28 cm (11")
  • Height: 12.7 cm (5")

About Milk Glass

Milk glass has been produced for centuries, reaching the height of its popularity from the late nineteenth century through to the mid twentieth century. Inspired by earlier French decorative glass, it became a staple of homes throughout Europe and America, valued for its elegant appearance, durability and versatility.

Today, authentic vintage milk glass is appreciated for its timeless aesthetic, subtle variations and the character that only decades of careful use can create.


Condition

This is an original vintage piece and is sold individually.

Each bowl is in excellent vintage condition with only light signs of age consistent with careful use. Minor surface marks, subtle variations in tone and occasional tiny manufacturing specks may be present. These small inclusions occurred during the original production process and form part of the character of authentic vintage milk glass rather than being considered defects.

Every piece is individually inspected prior to shipping.


Care

To preserve the finish and integrity of this vintage glassware, we recommend:

  • Hand wash using warm water, a gentle detergent and a soft sponge.
  • Avoid abrasive scourers or cleaning pads.
  • Not suitable for dishwasher use.
  • Avoid sudden temperature changes or extreme heat.
  • Do not stack heavy objects inside the bowl.

With appropriate care, vintage milk glass can continue to be enjoyed for generations.


Vintage Collection

Pieces from our Vintage Collection are genuine vintage items and are sold in their existing condition. Minor signs of age and use form part of their history and should be expected unless otherwise noted.

Due to the unique nature of vintage pieces, we do not accept exchanges or returns unless an item has been incorrectly described or arrives faulty. Damage resulting from improper handling, storage or care is not considered a manufacturing fault.

Milk glass was produced around 300 years before it reached the height of its popularity, which began around 1870 and lasted through the early 20th century. When it came to milk glass, the French were the trendsetters, ushering it into its golden era and inspiring American glassmakers to follow suit. Today French milk glass is particularly valuable.

Emulating the French, well-to-do American families stocked up on milk glass dinnerware, serving dishes, and pitchers. The pieces, some bedecked with diamond-cut patterns, molded with latticework, or artfully painted, made a splash in turn-of-the-century America and remained popular until the days of the Great Depression. They came back into vogue during the 1960s thanks to the production of Hobnail milk glass.

 

Glass: Milk Glass

Perfect vessel for serving salads, breads, punch/cocktails or used as a fruit bowl. 

Dimensions:
Width 11” or 28cm
Height 5” or 12.7cm

Items from the *vintage collection are sold AS IS. We endeavour to describe the condition of each item to our best ability. Unless otherwise described, most of these pieces are used and will have slight marks and scratches along with slight variations in tone to the milk glass. Occasionally, slight specks may be present in the milk glass and the edge of the bowls. These specks are are not stains but caused during the firing and production stage. Each piece is inspected prior to shipping. We do not accept exchanges or refunds on these items unless faulty. Breakage from improper care, use, storage or put through extremes temperatures will not constitute as a faulty item.

Care Instructions • Please hand wash with gentle detergent and a soft sponge. Do not use a scourer pad (including the non scratching ones) as it will scratch the coating. These pieces are not dishwasher safe due to the age and delicate nature of the glass. Do not stack heavy objects on this item.