What is spill vases?

Spill vases were a type of vase designed to hold wooden spills or tapers for lighting fires, candles, or lamps. They were popular during the Victorian era, especially in England. Spill vases vary in size and shape, but most feature a small vase-shaped container with a narrow neck and a wide base. Some spill vases were made from porcelain, while others were made from glass, metal, or wood. Spill vases were often elaborately decorated with colorful designs, flowers, and other ornamental details. They were often used as decorative items in homes, and were also given as gifts for special occasions. Today, spill vases are popular among collectors of antique and vintage ceramics, as well as those interested in historical decorative arts and household items.