Monumental Hand-Cut Crystal Centrepiece Bowl c.1935

Monumental Hand-Cut Crystal Centrepiece Bowl, circa 1935
A magnificent large hand-cut crystal bowl of exceptional clarity and craftsmanship, dating from the inter-war period, circa 1935.
This impressive piece is of deep circular form with a finely scalloped rim and a continuous field of bold cross-cut diamonds, executed with remarkable precision.
The extensive cutting refracts light beautifully, creating a lively play of brilliance across the surface.
The base is finished with a sharply defined twenty-four-point starburst within a broad polished foot ring — a characteristic detail of high-grade English and Irish crystal of the period.
The weight, balance, and brightness of the glass indicate a high lead content and the work of an accomplished cutter, quite possibly from one of the leading glasshouses such as Webb, Stuart, or Edinburgh & Leith.
Although unmarked, the quality of both material and workmanship clearly places this bowl in the upper tier of early 20th-century production.
Its generous scale and exhibition-level finish suggest it may have been produced for formal display or presentation rather than everyday domestic use.
Dimensions: Diameter: 41 cm (16.1 in) Height: 16.5 cm (6.5 in)
Condition: In very good vintage condition.
Light surface scratches and minor wear to the base consistent with careful use and age.
No chips, cracks, or repairs observed.
The cutting remains crisp, clear, and well-preserved throughout.