McKee Red Sailboat Milk Glass Butter Dish – Nautical 1930s Design, Marked “MCK” View Watchlist >
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Lot # D594
System ID # 22050861
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McKee Red Sailboat Milk Glass Butter Dish – Nautical 1930s Design, Marked “MCK”
A rarely seen piece from the 1930s, this vintage milk glass butter dish was produced by the McKee Glass Company, a pioneer in early American pressed and opaque glassware. Decorated with a bold red graphic featuring a sailboat, ship’s wheel, and anchor, this design is part of McKee’s rare nautical-themed line—now highly sought after for both its visual appeal and its historical significance.
McKee was among the first U.S. companies to popularize colored and opaque kitchen glass during the Depression era, and its “McK” mark is a trusted hallmark for collectors. This butter dish, rendered in durable white milk glass with an embossed sunburst lid, reflects the optimism and stylized simplicity of the early 20th century. The crisp, maritime motif—screen-printed in vibrant red enamel—adds a whimsical touch that resonated with consumers in an era when even utilitarian items were crafted with care and flair.
Condition:
Good, Some Wear, Black Specks on Top, Age Appropriate Wear
Size:
3.25" X 6.75" X 3.5"
