Vintage silver overlay glass floral vase in the Peony pattern, attributed to the Rockwell Silver Company of Meriden, CT. Rockwell is one of the most respected names in American silver overlay glassware, known for using notably thick, high-quality sterling deposit — far heavier and more durable than the thinner, more pebbly silver typical of competing decorators of the era.

The vase has a flared silhouette, wider at the rim and tapering to a narrower base, wrapped in a bold, blousy peony and chrysanthemum floral design with a plain silver band at the rim. The centers of the flowers are satin/frosted glass, adding lovely dimensional contrast to the design. The silver itself is in lovely condition — thick and crisply detailed, with only light surface tarnish consistent with age rather than any real loss or wear.


The glass blank has a ground, polished pontil with a slight center indent and no mold seams, consistent with a quality blown blank of the era (commonly sourced by Rockwell from glasshouses such as Tiffin or Fostoria) — a hallmark of hand-finished construction rather than mass-molded glass. A small mark is present on the base.


Clear glass body. Measures approximately 6½” wide at the top, 4⅝” wide at the base, and 12” tall. No chips or cracks. A light silver polish would bring the shine back up beautifully.


A striking mid-century decorative vase for a vintage bar cart, mantle, or floral display.