Canada Geese Glass Bucket
Glassware featuring hand-painted wildlife, particularly game birds like geese, was popular in the mid-20th century, often produced by companies like Federal Glass or Duncan & Miller. These pieces were frequently marketed towards sportsmen and nature enthusiasts, serving as both functional barware and decorative items. The "Birds in Flight" series, especially those signed by artists like Richard E. Bishop, are highly collectible due to their artistic merit and detailed depictions.
This particular piece appears to be a single tumbler or small ice bucket, likely intended for serving drinks or chilling a bottle. The use of gold overlay on the painted geese adds a touch of elegance and value. While not as rare or artistically significant as a signed, limited-edition set, such decorative glassware still holds appeal for collectors of vintage barware and Americana.
- Made in the USA
- Mid-20th Century
- 5 3/4” Diameter
- 4 3/4” Height