A lovely Culver "Greek Key" glass ice bucket, 1970s. Culver made this pattern in the Mid Century (that has a more raised texture to it) and this pattern in the 70s, that's not raised and has a Turquoise Blue backing (when you look inside the ice bucket you see see the Blue backing). Heavier in weight, this ice bowl is solid and well crafted. We took photos in three different lighting settings to try and capture the true vibrancy of the gold. Truly a stunning piece.
A quick summary about this glassware maker: Culver was famous for their stunning decorative glassware in 22-karat gold – think lavish and opulent cocktailware of the 1950s and 60s. In the late 1950’s, Culver started the application of the 22-karat gold to their glassware. Fun fact: the super-heated, roll-on process of gold remains a secret today. They continued making glassware through the 1970s through the early 80s.
Maker/pattern/era: Culver, Greek Key pattern, 1970s
Hallmarks: None
Measurements: 4 3/4" tall x 5 3/4" in diameter
Condition: Very good vintage condition. The pattern is extremely vibrant and gold and in tact. There's some very minor "age" that comes purely from time. And some surface wear on the bottom exterior of the ice bucket. In short, this ice bucket is in good shape and displays beautifully.
Please note: Mid Century glassware often has imperfections (i.e. tiny bubbles in the glass, or a "seam" from when the glass was being created, an extra spot of gold or enamel that made it on a clear part of the glass, etc -- purely the nature of vintage glassware).
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