Invaluable
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Despite the financial strain on consumers and businesses, a few creative glass manufacturers managed to survive by producing affordable glassware and creating effective strategies for distribution. This inexpensive glassware—commonly known as Depression glass —was mass-produced from 1920 to 1950. Assorted Pressed Depression Glass.
Invaluable
APRIL 10, 2024
The evolution of the champagne glass is much more complex and historically significant than a discussion of glass shape would at first imply. Shortly after, in 1674, the invention of lead glass by George Ravenscroft changed the art of glassmaking forever. These had simple, short stems and round, funnel-shaped bowls.
WorthPoint
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Once known as the “poor man’s Tiffany,” carnival glass captivates collectors with its rainbow of shimmering colors and variety of forms, from bowls and hatpins to punch sets and whimsies. At its pinnacle, carnival glass offered consumers a sophisticated aesthetic at an accessible price point.
WorthPoint
APRIL 8, 2024
An American Brilliant-period cut glass punch bowl with a sawtooth rim dating to the mid-to-late 19th century. Thrifters and estate sale shoppers often run across molded glass, which can resemble the look of cut glass. The result was a finely crafted piece of handmade glass. Why is it important to know the difference?
BHR Appraisal Services
MARCH 20, 2021
Bohemian glass, also referred to as Bohemia glass, is a broad term applied to the fine crystal made primarily in the Czech Republic and surrounding areas. The tradition of fine cut and decorated glass in the region goes back to the Renaissance and archeological excavations have even found evidence of glass making as far back as 1250.
Old Crows Antiques
DECEMBER 7, 2021
They started offering inexpensively produced, low-to-average quality pieces of glassware as a thank-you gift for the purchase of a new kitchen appliance or a prize for winning carnival games at movie theaters or gas stations. People started buying glass specifically to collect full sets of their favorite colors and patterns.
Auction Central News
AUGUST 7, 2024
LOS ANGELES — Rago‘s Art Nouveau and Art Deco Glass and Lighting sale July 11 provided auction watchers with yet another romp by Tiffany Studios wares from the early 20th century. Many estimates were doubled by bidders, demonstrating the continued demand for top-quality Tiffany relics.
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