Antique Victorian Wavecrest Style Ewer | Floral Glass Mantel Decor
$89.99
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This antique Victorian ewer has the kind of over-the-top decorative charm that makes a mantel instantly more interesting.
It features a hand-painted glass body with delicate floral details, a creamy opaline look, and ornate gilt-tone metal mounts with an especially dramatic handle and spout.
It reads beautifully as a late 19th-century decorative piece and works best as display decor rather than a practical pouring vessel.
Details
• Era: likely late 19th century / Victorian era
• Item type: decorative ewer / mantel vase
• Style: Wavecrest style
• Materials: hand-painted glass body with ornate gilt-tone metal mounts
• Color: creamy ivory glass with soft floral decoration and gold-tone metal
• Height: approx. 13 inches
• Base: approx. 4 inches round
• Weight: approx. 2.7 ounces, as noted
• Design notes: floral-painted glass body, elaborate metal handle, decorative spout, and pedestal base
Suggested use: mantel decor, parlor display, Victorian shelf styling, antique glass collection
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
• Strong Victorian display presence
• Floral decoration is still visible and attractive
• Ornate metalwork is a standout feature
• Lovely size for a shelf, mantel, or cabinet display
Issues / Wear
• Noticeable interior residue and age buildup inside the top metal opening
• Surface wear and finish variation to the metal mounts
• Light wear and age marks to the glass body
• This is best treated as a decorative piece rather than a functional liquid vessel
• Please review all photos closely for exact condition
See all photos for detail — sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
• Near Fine — minimal wear; clean.
• Very Good — light wear; clean; minor flaws.
• Good — noticeable wear.
• Fair — heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
Collector's Notes
This is a lovely choice for someone who wants Victorian style without needing a fully documented maker. The form, metalwork, and hand-painted glass do most of the talking.
A wonderfully theatrical old piece for the buyer who likes their antiques a little ornate and a little unapologetic.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
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Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.
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Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
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With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.
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Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.
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