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Amber glass divided dish with nursery rhyme motif featuring 'Hey Diddle Diddle'

Amber glass divided dish with nursery rhyme motif featuring 'Hey Diddle Diddle'

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History

This amber glass divided dish was produced during the Depression Glass era of the 1930s-1940s, when manufacturers created affordable glassware often featuring whimsical designs including nursery rhymes and children's themes. These pieces were mass-produced by American glass companies and sometimes given away as promotional items or sold at accessible prices during economically challenging times. Nursery rhyme glassware appeals to collectors of Depression Glass, children's memorabilia, and vintage kitchenware enthusiasts. The amber color and the charming 'Hey Diddle Diddle' motif make it particularly desirable among those who appreciate nostalgic Americana and functional decorative glass from the early-to-mid 20th century. Such pieces are valued for their historical significance as artifacts of American domestic life during the Depression era and their enduring whimsical appeal.

Origin

United States

Time period

circa 1930-1950