Vintage Empoli Italy Amethyst Purple Spiked Hobnail Art Glass Pitcher MCM

Vintage Empoli-Style Italian Amethyst Purple Spiked Hobnail Art Glass Pitcher Beautiful vintage hand-blown art glass pitcher in a rich amethyst / deep purple color. This striking Mid-Century Modern piece features the distinctive spiked hobnail / seed pod pattern, with raised rounded impressions transitioning into dramatic pointed hobs toward the bottom. It has a hand-applied curved handle and hand-formed pouring spout. This style of glass is commonly attributed to Empoli, Italy and dates to approximately the 1960s–1970s. Comparable Empoli examples are described as hand blown with applied handles and formed spouts. Details: * Vintage Italian Art Glass * Commonly attributed to Empoli, Italy * Amethyst / Purple Glass * Spiked Hobnail / Seed Pod Pattern * Hand-Blown Glass * Applied Glass Handle * Hand-Formed Pouring Spout * Mid-Century Modern / MCM * Circa 1960s–1970s * Heavy decorative art glass Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition. One hob/spike appears chipped/broken as clearly shown in the photos. There is also age-related wear/residue to the underside/base. Other typical handmade characteristics such as bubbles, tool marks, irregularities and pontil-related marks may be present. Please review all photographs carefully for exact condition. A fantastic display piece for an Empoli, Italian art glass, amethyst glass or Mid-Century Modern collection.