Vintage clear cut glass / crystal knife rest featuring an ornate dumbbell or barbell form.
Decorative detailing includes faceted rounded ends, starburst cuts, sawtooth/zipper-style cutting, and a textured rectangular center bar. These rests were traditionally used on formal dining tables to keep knife blades elevated and off the tablecloth.
Approximate length: 4¼ inches
Features:
* Clear cut glass / crystal
* Dumbbell / barbell shape
* Starburst end decoration
* Sawtooth / zipper cut detailing
* Vintage formal tableware
* Maker unknown / unmarked
* Single knife rest included
Also works nicely as a collectible display piece, chopstick rest, flatware rest, or addition to an antique cut-glass collection.