Antique EAPG Pedestal Vase — Hobstar Medallions & Ribbon Swirl

Please note that the glass is actually uniformly clear. My photography situation makes it appear otherwise. Overview Tall, sparkling Early American Pattern Glass (EAPG) pedestal vase with deeply molded hobstar medallions, cane crescents and a dramatic ribbon‑swirl body rising to a saw‑tooth (ruffled) rim. Clear, colorless flint glass with excellent clarity; octagonal pedestal stem and foot add presence on a mantel or dining table. c. 1895–1905. Highlights • True EAPG example, not later pressed reproduction. • Bold hobstar medallions framed by cane (small diamond) bands. • Spiral/ribbon panels with fans and leaf‑spray cuts; octagonal pedestal foot. • Unidentified pattern often cataloged by collectors as “Hobstar & Ribbon Swirl”; likely U.S. manufacturer (U.S. Glass / Riverside / McKee period). Why you’ll love it Tall scale, brilliant light play and a lively swirl make this a standout centerpiece. Works with traditional Victorian décor or as a single sculptural object in modern rooms. Dating / Background Early American Pattern Glass, c. 1895–1905. The motif group—hobstar medallions, cane banding and ribboned swirl—belongs to the late‑Victorian/turn‑of‑the‑century pressed‑glass vocabulary. The exact factory pattern name is unconfirmed; advanced collectors sometimes reference it descriptively as noted above. Condition Very good antique condition with expected age signs: light base wear, scattered tiny bubbles and straw marks from manufacture. Ruffled rim shows the usual minor roughness to a few points under fingertip inspection; no distracting chips or cracks observed. Clear glass (any gray cast in photos is from lighting). Dimensions Height 11.75 in (29.8 cm). Rim and foot diameters visually measure around 6 in and 5.5 in, respectively (approx.). Care Hand‑wash only. Avoid extreme temperature changes. To brighten, soak briefly in warm water with a small amount of mild dish soap; dry with a lint‑free towel. Styling ideas Superb for long‑stem flowers, holiday greenery, or as a light‑catching centerpiece. Mix with mercury glass and brass for layered sparkle; or set solo on a fireplace mantel.