Tall 15" Glass Candy Dish, in Butterscotch | Made in Portugal *RARE FIND*

Portuguese glass manufacturing has a history which dates back to the 18th century, in Marinha Grande, a municipality in the coastal Leiria District of the country.

The glass industry in Marinha Grande is still in operation today, being Portugal's largest for glass manufacturing. In fact, over 250 companies still operate in the region, with it being Europe's largest moulding industry. The town itself has earned the nickname of 'The Crystal City'.

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Production 1960s

Model Candy Dish
Colour Butterscotch

Dimensions 38cm (15") tall, 13cm diameter

Condition Excellent vintage condition with no wear that we can see.

This is 'cased' glass, meaning there is an internal layer of white glass allowing the external colour to really pop. Additionally, this piece displays an optic pattern throughout the glass.