1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray

Clear rectangular pressed glass bread plate featuring an open Bible design in the center on a solid background.
1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray
1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray
1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray
1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray
Clear rectangular pressed glass bread plate featuring an open Bible design in the center on a solid background. 1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray 1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray 1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray 1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray
1880s Early American Pressed Glass Open Book Bread Tray
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Grace your table with a stunning piece of late nineteenth century American history. This antique bread platter features beautifully detailed geometric borders and a prominent central motif of an open Bible inscribed with the classic table grace.

  • Size: 10.5 inches by 7.5 inches (Measurements are close but approximate)
  • Decade: 1880s
  • Style: Americana / Traditional
  • Condition: Very good antique condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and use
  • Extra notes: This style of Early American Pressed Glass or EAPG served as a central focal piece on Victorian dining tables reflecting gratitude and tradition.

An exceptional example of Early American Pressed Glass from the late Victorian era when specialized serving dishes held deep cultural significance. These devotional bread trays were popular mainstays in households across the United States during the 1870s and 1880s, designed to combine daily utility with elegant craftsmanship. The textured stippling, geometric patterns, and embossed text are hallmarks of historical American glass factories from this period.