#0025 Hand-blown red glass apple Paperweight with green leaf and stem 3.5” x 2.5”

No chips or cracks

Decorative glass fruit, such as this apple figurine, gained popularity throughout the 20th century as affordable and attractive home decor. Often produced in Murano, Italy, or by various glassworks in the United States and other countries, these pieces were made using techniques like free-blowing and lampworking. They were sold in gift shops, department stores, and collectible markets, appealing to a wide audience.

These glass fruits were typically crafted to mimic real produce, with vibrant colors and realistic shapes, serving as charming accents on shelves, tables, or as part of a larger display. While many are unsigned and lack specific maker's marks, their artisanal quality and the skill involved in their creation still make them desirable to collectors of decorative art glass.