Mid-century Fostoria Virginia pattern smoky brown glass pedestal compote.
The Fostoria Glass Company, established in Fostoria, Ohio, in 1887 and later moving to Moundsville, West Virginia, became one of America's premier manufacturers of pressed and blown glassware. Throughout its history, the company was renowned for high-quality dinnerware, glassware lines, and elegant decorative pieces that graced many American tables.
The Virginia pattern, produced in the mid-20th century, is characterized by its distinctive paneled panels and heavy, paneled hexagonal bases that reflect light beautifully. Smoky brown glass, highly popular during the mid-century modern design era, added a sophisticated, warm tone to table settings and complemented contemporary interior color palettes.
