Westmoreland Paneled Grape Milk Glass Creamer

Westmoreland paneled grape milk glass creamer with embossed grape design.

Milk glass, a type of opaque white glass, gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often mimicking porcelain. It was widely used for decorative items, tableware, and even lighting fixtures due to its affordability and aesthetic appeal. Many companies produced milk glass, with patterns like 'Paneled Grape' becoming iconic. Westmoreland Specialty Company, founded in 1889 in Grapeville, Pennsylvania, was a prominent producer of milk glass. Their 'Paneled Grape' pattern, introduced in the early 20th century, is one of their most recognizable and sought-after designs. This pattern typically features embossed grape clusters and leaves on paneled sections, often found on creamers, sugar bowls, and other tableware items.

• Period: Circa 1940s-1960s
• Origin: USA