Clear pressed glass plate with a pattern of six-pointed stars and arches. American pressed glass (APG) appeared in the mid-19th century as a response to the high cost of cut glass, offering intricate patterns created using moulds. This innovation made decorative tableware more accessible to a wider audience. Many companies produced a huge number of patterns, often with floral motifs, geometric designs and decorative elements, which became an integral part of American and European homes. This piece features a six-pointed star pattern in the centre, surrounded by a decorative band with arched elements and a texture reminiscent of cloves, and finished with a scalloped edge. Such designs are characteristic of glassware produced from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. The style corresponds to popular patterns of that era, which were often used for serving fruit, desserts or as decorative elements.
