Bidspirit auction | A Set of Hofbauer Byrdes

A Set of Hofbauer Byrdes Lead Crystal Table Service Pieces with Ruby Stained Medallions - A matching set of lead crystal table service items in the Byrdes pattern, manufactured in West Germany. The collection consists of a pair of salt and pepper shakers, a footed small vase or toothpick holder, and a rectangular tray. Each piece is crafted from clear lead crystal featuring deep diamond-point and sunburst cutting. The decorative theme across the set centers on circular or shield-shaped medallions of ruby-stained glass, into which frosted intaglio birds perched on branches have been cut. The salt and pepper shakers are equipped with silver-toned metal screw-on caps. The small footed vessel features a trumpet shape with a sawtooth rim and a pedestal base. The rectangular tray includes a central ruby medallion and a border of geometric crystal facets.A gold-foiled paper label with red and black text is adhered to the center of the tray, reading HOFBAUER, WESTERN GERMANY, ECHT BLEIKRISTALL, OVER 24% PbO, LEAD CRYSTAL CRISTAL AU PLOMB, HOCHGLANZPOLIERT, HIGHLY POLISHED POLI BRILLANT. The label confirms the manufacturer and the lead content of at least 24 percent lead oxide.Salt/Pepper Shakers: Height: 7 1/4 inches; Diameter at widest point: 2 inches.