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Vintage Cobalt Blue Glass Bonbon Basket with Silverplate Heart-Shaped Holder and Swing Handle
A charming vintage bonbon basket featuring a beautiful deep cobalt blue glass insert surrounded by an ornate silverplate holder decorated with romantic heart-shaped motifs.
The openwork silverplate frame features beautifully curved hearts accented with small hanging drop finials, creating a distinctive and elegant design.
The removable cobalt blue glass bowl provides a striking contrast against the silverplate framework, while the graceful arched swing handle and decorative pedestal base complete this lovely vintage confectionery basket.
Details
Item: Vintage bonbon basket / candy dish
Material: Cobalt blue glass with silverplate holder
Height Without Handle: Circa 5”
Width: Circa 4.75”
Height With Handle Raised: Circa 7.5”
Glass Insert Height: Circa 3”
Glass Insert Diameter: Circa 4.25”
Design: Openwork heart shapes with hanging decorative finials
Handle: Arched swing handle with ball accent
Base: Decorative fluted pedestal
Glass Insert: Removable cobalt blue glass
Included: Silverplate basket and cobalt blue glass insert
CONDITION
Vintage pre-owned condition with signs of age and previous use.
The silverplate exhibits surface scratches, tarnish, and areas of discoloration consistent with age. The cobalt blue glass insert shows light surface wear and signs of previous use.
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A Little History
Bonbon baskets were popular decorative serving pieces used to present sweets, chocolates, and small confections, particularly during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.
Their designs frequently incorporated ornate metalwork, colored glass inserts, and decorative handles.
Heart-shaped motifs were especially associated with romance and affection, making them a charming decorative feature on traditional confectionery baskets.
This vintage example combines richly colored cobalt blue glass with an elegant heart-shaped silverplate framework, reflecting the enduring appeal of decorative bonbon baskets.
