L.E. Smith Black Ebony Glass Silver Floral Bean Pot server with Handled Tray Lid

Description

Welcome to my auction! L.E.Smith probably began making this in the 30's but may have continued into
the
40's or later. While this looks like a bean pot, Smith did not market it as such. Likely just called it a server, maybe a candy dish. The lid can double as a center handled tidbit tray. Made of black glass that Smith called Ebony, modern collectors often call this Black Amethyst as it looks black in normal light but shines purple when back lit. I should note that this is pretty thick glass and takes a stronger light to show purple. Overall measures about 8" wide, and 6" high to the top of the center handle. Weighs about 3-1/2 pounds unboxed. I did not find any
noticeable
chips, but I can feel a couple of questionable areas around the edge of the lid.
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