
Clear pressed glass snack set with grape and vine pattern by Anchor Hocking
History
This snack set was produced by Anchor Hocking Glass Company during the 1950s and 1960s as part of their popular grape and vine pattern line. These sets were designed for casual entertaining, featuring an innovative plate with an integrated cup holder that allowed guests to hold both food and beverage in one hand. The pressed glass technique created the raised grape cluster and vine leaf design, making these sets both functional and decorative for mid-century American homes. These vintage snack sets appeal strongly to mid-century modern enthusiasts, pressed glass collectors, and those who appreciate nostalgic Americana kitchenware. The grape pattern represents the optimistic post-war era when casual home entertaining became increasingly popular, and such pieces evoke warm memories of family gatherings and social occasions. Collectors value complete sets in excellent condition, particularly those retaining their original packaging, as they represent an iconic example of affordable American glassware design from the golden age of domestic manufacturing.
Origin
Lancaster, Ohio, United States
Maker
Anchor Hocking Glass Company
Time period
circa 1950–1960s