Fenton Art Glass Company introduced the Stag and Holly pattern in the early 1900s during the height of the carnival glass era, which spanned from approximately 1907 to the 1930s. This pattern features a naturalistic design of a stag (deer) among holly branches and berries, pressed into iridescent glass that was then sprayed with metallic salts to create the distinctive rainbow sheen. The marigold color, achieved through a golden-orange iridescent finish, was one of Fenton's most popular and widely produced carnival glass colors.

Carnival glass bowls like this Stag and Holly piece are highly sought after by collectors of American pressed glass and carnival glass enthusiasts worldwide. The combination of the detailed wildlife motif, the shimmering iridescent surface, and Fenton's reputation for quality craftsmanship makes these pieces particularly desirable. Collectors appreciate both the artistic merit and the nostalgic connection to early 20th-century American glassmaking, with well-preserved examples commanding premium prices at auctions and antique shows.