A big lot of vintage Carnival glass decor items. A total of 13 items including fruit bowls, footed candy vases and sherbet glasses, a gravy bowl. Pieces of various shapes, colors, and manufacturers. Carnival glass is pressed glass which has an iridized surface treatment. This type of glassware was extremely popular in the early 20th century. The name was adopted by collectors in the 1950s as these items were sometimes given as prizes at carnivals and fairgrounds. Collectible Vintage Glass Items For Interior Design.