{"product_id":"ceramic-carpet-ball","title":"Ceramic Carpet Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA vintage cobalt blue ceramic carpet ball with white floral decoration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarpet balls originated in the 18th century as a way for wealthy households to entertain guests during winter months. They were rolled across polished floors, similar to a game of billiards or bowling, and were often made of glass, ceramic, or wood. These decorative balls became popular as a pastime and a form of interior decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the late 19th and early 20th centuries, carpet balls experienced a revival, particularly in Victorian and Edwardian homes. They were often displayed in bowls or baskets as decorative accents, and their intricate designs, like the floral pattern seen here, became a hallmark of this period. While the original purpose was for play, they evolved into purely ornamental objects, appreciated for their craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 20th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Angel Lane Manor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53643762696499,"sku":"ALM-CER-0329","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/0137\/7843\/files\/ceramic-carpet-ball.jpg?v=1783785711","url":"https:\/\/angellanemanor.com\/products\/ceramic-carpet-ball","provider":"Angel Lane Manor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}