Green & Opalescent Glass Compote
(Product Features)
This antique compote showcases a charming tulip-like silhouette paired with a delicate green and opalescent color blend. The hand-blown form captures soft light beautifully, giving the piece a luminous quality that changes subtly depending on the angle.
Its surface is adorned with an intricate kakiage pattern — a sweeping, hand-worked texture that adds depth and movement to the glass. Such craftsmanship reflects the refined glass-making techniques of the Meiji to Taisho era, when Western-inspired forms were adapted with Japanese aesthetic sensibilities.
With its graceful pedestal and rounded bowl, this compote is ideal as a centerpiece for displaying fruit, confectionery, or as an ornamental piece in an interior collection.
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Estimated Era
Meiji to Taisho period (late 19th – early 20th century)
 
About Hand-Blown Glass 
Hand-blown glass is shaped by skilled artisans using molten glass and simple tools, resulting in slight variations in thickness, shape, and color. These natural irregularities are treasured as part of the piece’s uniqueness, making every item one-of-a-kind.
 
Notes:
As an antique, minor scratches or bubbles in the glass are part of its original character and not considered defects.
Not dishwasher safe — hand washing is recommended.
Due to its age, please handle with care.