Figure Dish 1880 - 1890

The "Figure Dish" is a milk glass dish made by McKee and Brothers, a prominent American glass manufacturer, sometime between 1880 and 1890. The dish features a stylized swan, its body forming the base for the dish and its neck forming the lid. The dish is crafted in the popular pressed glass technique, creating a delicate, textured surface with a subtle sheen. The "Figure Dish," now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a charming example of the craftsmanship and artistry of the late 19th century.