Glass Tumbler - Victorian??

Picked this up at an estate sale and was cheap enough to research...haven't had much luck. It is 4 inches tall and about 2 1/2 across the mouth. The interior is a pale pink. There are what appears to be brown smudges which made me think of someone at home attempting to paint bur WDIK. Could not get the other photo to upload, said to large but was trying to show the interior. You can see the color in this lonesome photo. Thanks for any suggestions, it is always appreciated.

 

It's almost impossible to say anything for certain. It is similar to satin glass tumblers produced for lemonade/beverage sets circa 1900. There would have been a matching pitcher and probably five other tumblers. I don't think it's a hobbyist project. Just seems a little too professional to me. If I had to guess I'd say an import from Europe possibly French. The pink is very pretty. Looks like it needs a good cleaning - maybe with Krud Kutter. This would have been a lovely set. We'll see what others have to say.
Don

 

Thanks Don..the smudges look like they could have come from paint. I haven’t heard of Krud Kutter. Would it be safe on a satin glass?

 

We need to see the bottom, marked or not.

YOW! Try warm soap and water first, Krud Kutter is serious and I wouldn’t try that until last resort!

Calling @Cherryhill

 

Krud Kutter...???!!!

 

A little ammonia and water with some Dawn dishwashing detergent. It will look lovely.

Agree with everything Don said. Except maybe the Krud Kutter, I've never used it.

@Cherryhill

 

Thanks everyone!

 

Not quite sure how Krud Kutter got the reputation it apparently has. I've used it for years and never had it damage anything. It gets a lot of dirt Dawn doesn't. Saves me oodles of time I used to spend soaking and scrubbing (where appropriate). The ingredients are: "A proprietary blend of biodegradable surfactants, detergents, and emulsifiers in a water based solution. No petroleum solvents, bleach, or ammonia."

Seriously, I've sprayed it on some really grimy pieces and watched the dirt literally pour off the item. I've never had it hurt any decoration although I have not used it on cold-painted items. The bottle does say it will remove dried latex paint. Right now I can't tell what's dirt and what's decoration on SKCCOAST's tumbler. Krud Kutter should melt off the dirt and leave the decoration. It will work on satin glass although you may need to gently use a soft toothbrush. If you're concerned, wet a paper towel with Krud Kutter and lightly apply to the top rim. You should see how it will work. Lowe's carries it as does Amazon. Pretty sure Walmart too. It's not hard to find in the cleaning products aisle.
Don

 

Don. have you ever used it on tiles?
Patd

 

Hi Patd - Only ceramic floor and counter tiles. I've never had occasion to use it on art pottery tiles.
Don

 

I concur with the above assessments of the tumbler. If "Victorian" from very late in the period. Unfortunately there are so many with similar appeal there is little market for any of them.

 

trying to get in tough with you is difficult...

 

Dunno what to say.... There ought to be a way for personal communications.

Tom

 

I've never tried it.
Will have to track some down. What is the smell like?

I keep a spray bottle of 50-50 ammonia and water. It too makes the dirt melt off. Although the smell is starting to give me problems after all these years.

 

I understand and I also find ammonia a bit harsh on my skin. The smell of the Krud Kutter is difficult to describe but non unpleasant. I don't know that it will give you the desired effect on its own however. It is a cleaner but not a polisher. If you want your ites to sparkle Krud Kutter is probably not going to be satisfactory if you are used to ammonia. For glass items I use Krud Kutter to remove really bad dirt/nicotine/grease buildup. It's especially helpful in pattern design crevices. Then I'll finish it off with a quick rinse in the sink with Dawn or just a spritz with a commercial glass cleaner to get the sparkle back. For porcelain and pottery I usually just go with a water rinse just to wash the dissolved dirt off. Krud Kutter will not remove mineral deposits or staining. Please note I do not use it for routine cleaning but I do purchase items at auction from household estates so I get more than my share of filthy neglected pieces.

Krud Kutter will also work to remove old glue from price stickers. I much prefer it over Goo Gone as it doesn't leave a smelly greasy residue.

Sadly I have to agree. Not really worth trying to sell but cleaned up it will make a lovely little cabinet piece.
Don

 

Thanks again for all the information. Will check out Krud for sure!
Happy Ground Hog day!

Sharon

 

I use either Bar Keepers Friend or Nothing's Better for Glass, made into a paste use with a scotch brite pad - or if really bad - 600 wet and dry sand paper (just don't scour with the sand paper).
I figure with mineral deposits things are already ruined, so I really can't make it much worse.

 

Looks like Mt. Washington Glass.

 

Yes and also Smith Bros.
Could be several different companies