The finger bowl has long been a symbol of power and status in dining rooms. Finger bowls were once used by well-mannered dinner guests during the Georgian, Victorian times and even into the 20th century. The bowl was placed at the top left of the dinner plate. Diners would place all five fingers (at the same time) into the water and dry the hand with a napkin. I am reasonably confident that these finger bowls will not be used in that manner again. However, a finger bowl today could be used for sauces, condiments, candy, nuts, or anything else one would wish to put out for company.
In the late 19th century, a finger bowl would be presented to dinner guests just prior to the dessert being served. One would rinse their fingers before leaving the table. In a less formal setting, the ginger bowl may be presented after any course and …
View Item >
A very attractive Antique English Green Colored Finger Bowl that is in excellent condition.
View Item >
A stunning Antique 20th Century Red Glass Finger Bowl having a wavy rim and a ruffled edge. It features clear glass at the top and an applied red ‘thread’ wrapped around the bottom portion of the bowl. Our Finger Bowl can be used for cold …
View Item >
A vibrant Antique 20th Century Green Glass Finger Bowl having a wavy rim and a ruffled edge. It features clear glass and an applied green ‘thread’ which is wrapped around the bottom portion of the bowl.
View Item >
A lovely Antique 20th century Clear Glass Finger Bowl. It has a wavy rim and a ruffled edge with horizontal lines. There is a wonderful iridescent band surrounding the bowl near the bottom of the piece. This iridescent band picks up any colors that are …
View Item >
The “Metropolis” pattern, one of Tiffany’s most popular glass patterns, was often used for their bowls. While Tiffany glass from the early 20th century is most often known for its Art Nouveau style, the “Metropolis” pattern is more of a contemporary/Art Deco design. Made in …
View Item >
A stunning but subdued colored Antique 20th Century Lavender Glass Finger Bowl. Similar to our other 3 Antique 20th Century Finger Bowls of this period, it has a ruffled edge and a wavy rim. Our Lavender Glass Finger Bowl has a diagonal design which is …
View Item >
From Ancient Roman times until the introduction of the fork, diners used a water-filled bowl to wash their hands. It was brought to the table prior to when the dessert course – usually fruit – was served. The bowl was often presented on a service …
View Item >A Ramekin or Soufle Dish is a small glazed ceramic or glass dish that is typically used for making small baked goods and desserts like souffle or creme brulee. They can also be used for purposes such as appetizers, fruit, dessert such as chocolate mousse …
View Item >A lovely Antique English Teal Colored Finger Bowl which is in excellent condition.
View Item >No table is fully set without beautiful glassware. Of all antique items, glassware is amongst the most cherished. A wonderful example of this is our Antique Georgian English Glass Butter/Candy Dish with Underplate. There is exceptional workmanship which is an elaborate diamond cut design. This …
View Item >We'd love to help you find the right item in the price range you need. Contact us today to receive personalized service.
Contact Us >Once or twice a month we send an informative email to our subscribers about all things antiques. We love to answer questions and dive into the history of antique silver, porcelain, and glass. Read our email archive here.
Greetings from Wyler Antiques!
We hope that everyone is having a wonderful Holiday season. No matter what holiday you celebrate, here are several more suggestions for those who still need last-minute gifts. Hopefully, this helps you at this busy time of the year.
