Vintage L.E. Smith "Moon and Stars" Amberina Pedestal Compote Bowl, Red to Amber

A vintage L.E. Smith Glass Company pedestal compote bowl in the classic "Moon and Stars" pattern, rendered in the dramatic Amberina colorway. 

 The Amberina colorway is highly sought after for its dramatic color play and the way it catches and transmits light.

Details

• Item: Pedestal compote bowl 
• Manufacturer: L.E. Smith Glass Company, USA
• Pattern: "Moon and Stars" (originally named "Palace" when introduced by Adams & Co. in the 1880s; later produced by L.E. Smith)
• Era: Mid-20th Century, produced mid-1900s through early 2000s
• Material: Pressed glass
• Colorway: Amberina—deep ruby red at the rim, transitioning to orange and golden amber at the base
• Design: High-relief pressed glass with circular starbursts and moon motifs
• Style: Mid-century American pressed glass
• Maker/Mark: L.E. Smith Glass Company (typically unmarked on the piece itself)
• Size/Measurements: 7 inches tall, 8 inches diameter at rim, 4 inches diameter at pedestal base
• Features: Pedestal form, scalloped rim, high-relief pattern, functional compote or candy dish

Condition Grade: Very Good

Positives

• Glass is intact—no chips or cracks
• Color is vibrant and rich—not faded
• Pattern detail is crisp and clearly defined
• Scalloped rim is intact and smooth
• Pedestal base is solid and stable
• Fully functional as candy dish, compote, or decorative bowl

Issues / Wear

• There is a small amount of black residue (likely adhesive or old sticker residue) on the underside of the pedestal base that does not come off with gentle cleaning. This is a surface cosmetic issue only and does not affect function or integrity of the piece
• Minor surface patina and age marks consistent with 50+ years
• No lid included (this piece is the bowl only)

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Collector's Notes

A straightforward vintage L.E. Smith pressed glass compote for someone collecting mid-century American glass, furnishing a vintage kitchen or dining space, or appreciating the enduring appeal of the "Moon and Stars" pattern.

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