Glass bedside carafe (tumble-up) by Dunbar Glass Company

The Dunbar Glass Company, active in the early to mid-20th century, produced practical glassware for everyday use, including these distinctive bedside carafes known as 'tumble-ups.' These pieces typically featured a bulbous base with a narrow neck and an inverted tumbler that served as both a lid and drinking glass. The green-tinted glass was a popular choice during the 1940s, offering both functionality and aesthetic appeal for bedroom nightstands. These carafes appeal to collectors of vintage glassware, mid-century home decor enthusiasts, and those interested in American industrial glass production. The tumble-up design represents an era when bedside water service was a standard household practice, making these pieces both nostalgic and historically significant. Collectors value complete sets with matching tumblers, though individual carafes remain desirable for their elegant form and practical repurposing potential as vases or decorative objects.