Art Deco Amber Depression Glass Octagon Tidbit Tray Handle

A highly displayable Art Deco–era amber pressed-glass tidbit/sandwich tray in a rich topaz/amber tone, featuring an octagonal form and crisp starburst-and-sweep line decoration. This is the kind of piece collectors love for its clean geometry, warm color, and strong Deco presence—ideal for a bar cart, vanity display, or hostess table. Measurements • Height: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm) • Diameter: 6 1/2 in (16.5 cm) Design & Construction Notes (Collector Detail) This tray is pressed glass (a hallmark of Depression-era production). In your close-up photographs you can see what appears to be a mold parting line / seam—a normal manufacturing feature created where the mold sections met during pressing. This is not a crack or damage; it’s a period-correct production trait frequently seen on pressed-glass pieces, especially around the handle/foot area and along transition points. Dating & Origin (Best Supported Assessment) • Estimated date: circa 1930s–1940s (Depression / early post-Depression era) based on the Art Deco motif, octagonal silhouette, and pressed-glass manufacture. • Place of manufacture: likely North American (U.S. or Canada), as many glasshouses in this period produced comparable amber pressed serving wares. • Maker/pattern: unattributed. Many were unmarked, and an exact maker cannot be responsibly confirmed from photos alone without a pattern-reference match. Condition • Excellent vintage condition • No chips, no cracks • No surface scratches seen • Strong clarity and well-defined patterning Use & Display Perfect as a tidbit/canapé server, candy dish, ring/vanity tray, or a small centerpiece—and it photographs beautifully due to the amber glow and etched/starburst detailing. Depression glass, Art Deco glass, amber glass, topaz glass, pressed glass, octagon tray, starburst, tidbit tray, sandwich tray, canapé server, hostess serving, vanity dish, bar cart décor.