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Hen on Nest Dish
Description:
This is a vintage glass dish in the shape of a hen, which sits on a nest-like base. The dish is often made of colored or clear pressed glass and comes in two parts: the hen as the lid and the nest as the base.
Historical Context:
- Mid-20th Century Popularity:
- These dishes were popular from the 1930s through the 1960s and were produced by various glass companies.
- They were often used as candy dishes, decorative pieces, or even for practical storage of small household items.
- Collectible Item:
- Today, hen on nest dishes are collectible items, valued for their nostalgic and decorative appeal.
- They can be found in various colors, sizes, and designs.
Uses:
- Decoration:
- Can be used as a charming decorative piece in a kitchen, dining room, or living room.
- Storage:
- Useful for storing candies, small trinkets, jewelry, or other small items.
- Collecting:
- A popular item among vintage and antique glass collectors.
