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Mepra 18/10 stainless steel rim ice bucket with ruby stained glass.
TIME PERIOD
Mid-20th Century
ORIGIN
Italy
HISTORY
Mepra is an Italian company founded in 1947, known for producing high-quality stainless steel cutlery, tableware, and kitchenware. Their products often combine modern design with traditional craftsmanship, utilizing materials like 18/10 stainless steel for durability and aesthetic appeal. The « 18/10 » designation refers to the composition of the stainless steel, indicating 18% chromium and 10% nickel, which provides excellent resistance to corrosion and a lustrous finish.
This item appears to be a serving bowl made of Mepra’s signature 18/10 stainless steel with a glass bowl made of a ruby stain and pressed pattern. Ruby stained glass, often referred to as « Vaseline glass » when it has a uranium content that glows under blacklight, was popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and continued to be produced in various forms. The combination of Italian stainless steel craftsmanship and decorative glass suggests a piece intended for both functional use and visual appeal.