VINTAGE Amber Glass Duck Figurine with Brass Accents Karl Palda, MCM Home Decor

Amber Glass Duck Decanter - Karl Palda - This 1930s  Czech glass decanter measures approximately 9 long x 3 3/4 wide x 6 3/8 high.  It features a brass head that opens to reveal the spout and clear glass handles.  There is a a tiny chip on the bottom (pictured).  It would make great gift for a duck collector or an addition to a decanter collection.  These decanters are commonly associated with Austrian or Czechoslovakian (Bohemian) art glass from the Art Deco to Mid-Century Modern periods, with many pieces dating from the 1920s to the 1940s.  Materials: The body is hand-blown glass, while the head, handle, and spout are made of brass. The head serves as a hinged lid.  Maker: Karl Palda  Function: They are used as novelty barware, primarily for decanting and serving wine (claret) or spirits.       Box #59