Description
This striking black amethyst glass vessel brings depth, weight, and quiet drama to an interior. Its rounded, sculptural form and rich inky tone read as both elegant and architectural, making it equally at home in a Victorian revival setting, a moody modern space, or layered into a curated antique vignette. Whether styled as a standalone object, used as a jardiniere, or displayed as sculptural glass, it offers presence without ornament overload-subtle, intentional, and timeless.
The glass reveals its age through softly formed details rather than perfection. In raking light, the surface shows gentle pitting and depth, and the mold seams are rounded and slightly wavy-hallmarks of early mold-made glass rather than later machine-finished production. The color shifts from deep black to translucent amethyst when light passes through, a characteristic of manganese-rich glass used at the turn of the century.
Maker / Origin
Unknown maker; likely American or European
Age
Circa 1890-1915 (Late Victorian to early 20th century)
Item Description
Black amethyst glass decorative vessel / jardiniere / sculptural vase
Early mold-made construction with two soft mold seams
Dimensions
Approx. 10"x10" wide x 9.5" tall
black amethyst glass, Victorian glass vase, antique jardiniere, Art Nouveau decor, sculptural glass, antique vessel, dark glass decor, moody interior styling, early mold made glass, collectible antique glass
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good antique condition. Light surface pitting and gentle wear consistent with age. No cracks or repairs observed.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Art Glass
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
The glass reveals its age through softly formed details rather than perfection. In raking light, the surface shows gentle pitting and depth, and the mold seams are rounded and slightly wavy-hallmarks of early mold-made glass rather than later machine-finished production. The color shifts from deep black to translucent amethyst when light passes through, a characteristic of manganese-rich glass used at the turn of the century.
Maker / Origin
Unknown maker; likely American or European
Age
Circa 1890-1915 (Late Victorian to early 20th century)
Item Description
Black amethyst glass decorative vessel / jardiniere / sculptural vase
Early mold-made construction with two soft mold seams
Dimensions
Approx. 10"x10" wide x 9.5" tall
black amethyst glass, Victorian glass vase, antique jardiniere, Art Nouveau decor, sculptural glass, antique vessel, dark glass decor, moody interior styling, early mold made glass, collectible antique glass
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good antique condition. Light surface pitting and gentle wear consistent with age. No cracks or repairs observed.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Art Glass
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good antique condition. Light surface pitting and gentle wear consistent with age. No cracks or repairs observed.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
9.5 x 10 x 10 in
Victorian Art Nouveau Black Amethyst Glass Sculptural Vase
Estimate $220-$640
Starting Price
$110
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Collected Interiors: Antiques, Art & Decor
Sep 15, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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