This charming teal-blue glass candy dish, shaped like a bird, combines whimsy, nostalgia, and a touch of history. We discovered it in a small Tröddel Market in Berlin, sold by two gruff-on-the-surface yet kind-hearted women—possibly sisters—whose shop closed not long afterward, making this a rare find.
Bird- and animal-shaped glass candy dishes have a long tradition. The most famous examples, “Hens on Nests,” date back to the late 19th century, while other animal forms grew popular in the 1920s and 1930s as mass-manufacturing techniques in Germany and the United States improved. Small, sculptural, and decorative, these pieces were designed to bring charm and delight to everyday tables.
This dish’s gentle curves and vibrant teal hue evoke the serene beauty of Berlin’s lakes, the delight of bluebirds in flight, and the simple joy of sneaking a few sweets from a dish on Grandma’s table. Small yet sculptural, it’s perfect for displaying candies, trinkets, or even as a standalone decorative accent.
Details
Teal blue colored glass, shaped like a bird
Vintage, acquired in Berlin, Germany
Condition: Very good; no chips or cracks
Dimensions: [insert dimensions]
Historical context: Inspired by late 19th–early 20th century animal-shaped candy dishes, including popular “Hens on Nests”
This charming teal-blue glass candy dish, shaped like a bird, combines whimsy, nostalgia, and a touch of history. We discovered it in a small Tröddel Market in Berlin, sold by two gruff-on-the-surface yet kind-hearted women—possibly sisters—whose shop closed not long afterward, making this a rare find.
Bird- and animal-shaped glass candy dishes have a long tradition. The most famous examples, “Hens on Nests,” date back to the late 19th century, while other animal forms grew popular in the 1920s and 1930s as mass-manufacturing techniques in Germany and the United States improved. Small, sculptural, and decorative, these pieces were designed to bring charm and delight to everyday tables.
This dish’s gentle curves and vibrant teal hue evoke the serene beauty of Berlin’s lakes, the delight of bluebirds in flight, and the simple joy of sneaking a few sweets from a dish on Grandma’s table. Small yet sculptural, it’s perfect for displaying candies, trinkets, or even as a standalone decorative accent.
Details
Teal blue colored glass, shaped like a bird
Vintage, acquired in Berlin, Germany
Condition: Very good; no chips or cracks
Dimensions: [insert dimensions]
Historical context: Inspired by late 19th–early 20th century animal-shaped candy dishes, including popular “Hens on Nests”
