Vintage Amberina Textured Hobnail Glass Bud Vase Kanawha Style Red Amber MCM 10"
This vintage Amberina glass bud vase features a tall, slender silhouette accented by a pronounced hobnail texture and a softly flared ruffled rim. The glass displays a vivid color transition from deep ruby red at the top to warm amber yellow at the base, creating strong visual depth and light play. Its narrow profile makes it ideal for displaying a single stem or for use as a sculptural decorative accent.
The design reflects characteristics commonly associated with Kanawha-style Mid-Century glass, including bold Amberina coloration, textured surface treatment, and vertical emphasis. Amberina glass was especially popular during the Mid-Century era, valued for its heat-treated color gradients and expressive decorative presence within American art glass traditions. The hobnail pattern enhances the way light moves across the surface while adding tactile interest.
Designed primarily for display, this vase works beautifully on shelving, consoles, or tabletop arrangements. Its vibrant gradient, classic Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, and clean form make it appealing to collectors of vintage decorative glass as well as design enthusiasts seeking a warm, statement-making accent.
Product Details
Brand: Unmarked
Manufacturer: Unknown
Origin: Unknown
Estimated Era and Date: Mid-Century, circa 1950s–1970s
Material: Glass
Color: Red to amber yellow gradient (Amberina)
Occasion: Home décor display
Style / Pattern / Theme / Design Notes: Kanawha-style glass, Mid-Century Modern influence, MCM aesthetic, hobnail texture, flared ruffled rim, tall bud vase form
Features
Amberina glass with strong red to amber color transition
Hobnail textured surface typical of Kanawha-style production
Tall, slender bud vase silhouette
Flared ruffled rim with soft organic shaping
MCM decorative glass suitable for display or single-stem use
Dimensions
Length: 3 in
Width: 3 in
Height: 10 in
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The glass surface is smooth and well preserved with no chips, cracks, scratches, or visible wear. Color saturation remains rich and even, and the hobnail texture is crisp throughout. The vase displays beautifully and has been carefully maintained.
