Why is Bristol glass blue?

Bristol glass gets its signature blue hue from the inclusion of cobalt oxide in the glass-making process. Bristol blue glass has been made in Bristol, England, since the 18th century and is a favorite among collectors. Find a selection of Bristol blue glass goods on 1stDibs.

What is the value of blue glass?

The value of blue glass varies greatly depending on the condition of the glass and it may differ based on what a seller is asking for it. Reasonably priced vintage cobalt blue selections vary widely in variety and price. A single piece of blue glass may cost anywhere between $15 and $50. Visit 1stDibs for blue glass kitchenware ranging from below $1,000 to over $3,000.

Is all blue glass cobalt?

No, not all blue glass is cobalt glass. Only those made with cobalt oxide can be called cobalt. In some pieces, the presence of copper oxide accounts for the color, however, cobalt glass is much more common. You'll find a collection of cobalt glass on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if a glass is cobalt blue?

Cobalt blue glass is a deep blue glass that often gets its color by the addition of cobalt oxide in the molten glass mixture when the glass is being formed. The best way to identify cobalt blue glass is by the color. Shop a collection of cobalt blue glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do you identify cobalt blue glass?

If your glass has a blue tint to it, it is likely cobalt blue glass. There are three shades of cobalt glass; dark cobalt, which has a slight purplish hue, light or cornflower blue and medium blue. To verify its authenticity, check with an appraiser. You can also shop a collection of cobalt blue glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How old is cobalt blue glass?

How old cobalt glass is varies greatly. Ancient Mesopotamian examples exist from roughly 2000 BC. In China, cobalt glass became common during the Zhou Dynasty, which lasted from 1122 to 221 BC. European cobalt glass may date back to as early as the 15th century. Shop a collection of antique cobalt glass on 1stDibs.

Does cobalt make glass blue?

Yes, cobalt oxide makes glass blue. Different amounts of cobalt can be used to create more saturated levels of blue or to simply neutralize yellow for a more clear finish. Copper oxide can also be used to create a blue tinted glass. Shop a collection of cobalt glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is Sommerso art glass?

Sommerso art glass is glassware that has two or more layers of color in the piece that don’t mix together. Associated with Murano glass, sommerso is Italian for “submerged.” Find a collection of Sommerso art glass on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is MCM art glass?

MCM art glass is a shortened form of the phrase mid-century modern art glass. It describes works of art produced out of glass by artisans working during the middle of the 20th century. You'll find a variety of MCM art glass on 1stDibs.

What does glass mean in art?

In art, glass usually refers to decorative objects that are considered glass art. This means that they consist entirely or primarily out of glass, a hard brittle inorganic substance made out of natural materials like sand and limestone. Find a range of glass art on 1stDibs.

Is art glass valuable?

Whether art glass is valuable depends on a number of factors. Who the maker is, what type of piece it is, how old it is, its condition, the number of pieces made and the current demand can all influence the price. A certified appraiser can help you determine how much a specific piece is worth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of art glass pieces.

What is the art of making glass called?

The art of making glass is called glassblowing. The name comes from the traditional glassmaking method of blowing through a long tube called a blowpipe to shape molten glass. Historians believe that glassblowing dates back to ancient Rome. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of glassware.

Is stained glass Art Nouveau?

Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.

Are stained glass windows Art Deco?

Yes, stained glass windows are indeed Art Deco. Between the 1920s and 1950s, color was an integral part of the movement, and stained glass, with its gorgeous hues, was highly celebrated. Find an assortment of stained glass windows from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if a glass art piece is hand blown?

One way to tell if you have a piece of genuine hand-blown glass is to locate the pontil mark. This is a scar usually found on the bottom of the piece where the pontil was broken off from the glass object. An absence of this scar may indicate your glass piece was mold-blown. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary hand-blown glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Blue Art Glass

Murano Blue Ashtray

Large Decorative Ball

Per Lutken For Holmegaard Signed

Holmegaard Glass Per Lutken 1960

Silver And Blue Bowl

Glass Ball Object

Otto Brauer For Holmegaard

Lasi Finland

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Glass

ANTiQUE COLLECTABLE BRISTOL COBALT BLUE SHERRY GLASS DECANTER AND GLASSES

$650

Glashytten, Nykøbing Sjælland, Denmark. Bowl, vase, and pitcher in art glass.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Glashytten, Nykøbing Sjælland, Denmark Bowl, vase, and pitcher in mouth-blown art glass. Blue hues

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Glashytten, Nykøbing Sjælland, Denmark. Bowl, vase, and pitcher in art glass.

$300 / set

Art Nouveau Silver Sugar Bowl With Blue Glass Liner, France, Circa 1900

Located in Vienna, AT

plastic pine cone finial. Original cobalt blue glass insert. Dimensions: Height: 13,0 cm / 5.11 in

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Sugar Bowl With Blue Glass Liner, France, Circa 1900

$1,900

12 Facet Swedish Art Deco Sherry Glasses in Lilac and Blue

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Stockholm, SE

Unusual 12 facet Swedish Art Deco sherry glasses in lilac and pale blue. Probably made in 1920s and

Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

12 Facet Swedish Art Deco Sherry Glasses in Lilac and Blue

$1,780 / set

Italian Murano Art Glass Seashell Jewelry Dish, Small

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful, small, Italian modern Murano emerald green art glass seashell jewelry dish, circa mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Murano Art Glass Seashell Jewelry Dish, Small

$450

Antique Tiffany Studios Bowl Blue Iridescent Favrile Glass Bowl Signed LCT 1905

By Tiffany Co., Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique Tiffany Iridescent blue glass "Favrile" bowl, circa 1905. The bowl of a very

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Tiffany Studios Bowl Blue Iridescent Favrile Glass Bowl Signed LCT 1905

$1,100

Massive Sculpural Vase , decorative in "Sommerso" blue murano glass 70 s signed

By Vetri Artistici Muranesi Societá Anonima

Located in Milano, IT

green for the core and clear/crystal for the outer layer. The blue glass portions will merge with the

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Massive Sculpural Vase , decorative in "Sommerso" blue murano glass 70 s signed

$656 Sale Price

30% Off

Danish 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass Hip Flask By Holmegaard

By Holmegaard

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Danish 19th century cobalt blue glass hip flask by Holmegaard The flask is "tear-drop" shaped

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Folk Art Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Danish 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass Hip Flask By Holmegaard

$1,440 Sale Price

34% Off

Barovier Toso Murano Gold Flecks Blue Swirl Italian Art Glass Heart Dish Bowl

By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful, and very rare, vintage Murano hand blown blue and gold flecks Italian art glass heart

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Gold Leaf

Barovier Toso Murano Gold Flecks Blue Swirl Italian Art Glass Heart Dish Bowl

$950

1910 "Blown" Zecchin MVM Cappellin Venini Liberty Blue Murano Glass Vase

By MVM Cappelin, Vittorio Zecchin

Located in Brescia, IT

"Soffiati" Vase Vittorio Zecchin MVM Cappellin Italy, 1920 Blue Ribbed Blown Glass Vase Very good

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

1910 "Blown" Zecchin MVM Cappellin Venini Liberty Blue Murano Glass Vase

$4,153

Set of 10 Blue Baccarat Crystal glasses, France

By Baccarat

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, Rhine wine glass hock in deep blue double-layered crystal by Baccarat with an

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 10 Blue Baccarat Crystal glasses, France

$7,357 / set

Memphis Art frosted Glass Bottle

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Striking sculptural decorative bottle in hand-blown frosted art glass, featuring a bold cobalt blue

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Pitchers

Materials

Blown Glass

Memphis Art frosted Glass Bottle

$450

Per Lütken for Holmegaard, Twelve "Buffet" Plates in Blue-Green Art Glass

Located in København, Copenhagen

Per Lütken for Holmegaard. Twelve "Buffet" plates in blue-green mouth-blown art glass. 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

Per Lütken for Holmegaard, Twelve "Buffet" Plates in Blue-Green Art Glass

$500 / set

Tall Italian Art Nouveau Emerald Glass Silver Overlay Blue Decanter, 1938

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful and substantial 1930s century colorful Italian Murano art glass bottle, Italy, 1938

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Tall Italian Art Nouveau Emerald Glass Silver Overlay Blue Decanter, 1938

$1,150

Mid-Century Cenedese Scavo Sea Grey-Blue Bowl and Bottle Set Romanesque Forms

By Gino Cenedese

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Wonderful set of ice blue art glass forms, Italy, circa 1950s. A pair of Gino Cenedese scavo

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Cenedese Scavo Sea Grey-Blue Bowl and Bottle Set Romanesque Forms

$1,113 Sale Price / set

40% Off

Unique Hand-Blown Glass Jug Signed by 20th Century Artisan, Vibrant Blue

Located in Benalmadena, ES

, perfectly blending functionality with decorative art. Undoubtedly, an intriguing addition for glass

Category

20th Century European Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Unique Hand-Blown Glass Jug Signed by 20th Century Artisan, Vibrant Blue

$569

CHLUM U TREBONE Blue and Green Glass Vase by Jan Gabrhel 1974s

Located in Miami, FL

A large art glass vase by CHLUM U TREBONE. The glass has a subtle texture and striking colors.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Glass

Materials

Art Glass

CHLUM U TREBONE Blue and Green Glass Vase by Jan Gabrhel 1974s

$250

Vintage Italian Murano Small Sculptural Vase in Clear and Blue Frosted Glass

Located in Milano, IT

particular, hard to achieve and seldom seen "ink" decoration, with thin filaments of blue glass running all

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Murano Small Sculptural Vase in Clear and Blue Frosted Glass

$265 Sale Price

20% Off

Three 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass Decanters or Serving Bottles c1860

Located in Bishop s Stortford, GB

Three 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass Decanters or Serving Bottles c1860 for display purposes. These

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Three 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass Decanters or Serving Bottles c1860

$383 Sale Price / item

56% Off

Vase by Stombergs Hyttan, Glass Blue and Yellow, Sweden Crystal Strombergshyttan

By Strombergshyttan

Located in Roma, IT

Vase by Stombergs Hyttan. Glass blue and yellow, Sweden. Strombergshyttan. Sweden Crystal

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Vase by Stombergs Hyttan, Glass Blue and Yellow, Sweden Crystal Strombergshyttan

$462

Fine Antique Venetian Salviati Enameled Blue Glass Stemmed Cordial Glass Set

By Antonio Salviati, Salviati

Located in Forney, TX

& Mosaic Co. Antonio Salviati (1816-1890) Italy, second half of the 19th century, hand blown blue glass

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Glass

Materials

Enamel

Fine Antique Venetian Salviati Enameled Blue Glass Stemmed Cordial Glass Set

$2,000 / set

1970 s Blue Glass Italian Set Of 12 Glass Goblets

Located in New York, NY

Stunning set of 12 Italian handblown blue glass goblets, six of them still have the original label

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

1970 s Blue Glass Italian Set Of 12 Glass Goblets

$850 / set

Art Deco Molded Blue Glass Cocktail Shaker with All-Over Thumbprint Pattern

Located in Nantucket, MA

Art Deco molded cocktail shaker in pale cobalt blue glass with all-over thumbprint or coin spot

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Molded Blue Glass Cocktail Shaker with All-Over Thumbprint Pattern

$495

Afro Celotto Artist Signed Studio Murano Art Glass Vase in blue and yellow

By Afro Celotto

Located in Ann Arbor, MI

Afro Celotto Artist Signed Studio Murano Art Glass Vase in blue and yellow

Category

Early 2000s Italian Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Afro Celotto Artist Signed Studio Murano Art Glass Vase in blue and yellow

$1,440 Sale Price

20% Off

Blue Vladislav Urban Glass Jardeniere for Sklo Union Rosice, Czechoslovakia 1968

By Sklo Union Rosice

Located in Lucenec, SK

Art Glass jardeniere by Vladislav Urban For Sklo Union Rosice, Czech Republic 1968. Heavy pressed

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Blue Vladislav Urban Glass Jardeniere for Sklo Union Rosice, Czechoslovakia 1968

$265 Sale Price

20% Off

Dino Martens Murano White Blue Yellow Zig Zag Ribbons Italian Art Glass Decanter

By Dino Martens, Aureliano Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful and rare, impressive 20" tall vintage Murano hand blown Italian art glass decanter

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold Leaf

Dino Martens Murano White Blue Yellow Zig Zag Ribbons Italian Art Glass Decanter

$2,200

Blue Loetz Witwe Glass Bowl - Decor Papillon Iriscident, Bohemia, circa 1936

By Johann Lötz Witwe

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Exceptional blue glass bowl with handles from the world renown bohemian glass art manufactory of

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Blue Loetz Witwe Glass Bowl - Decor Papillon Iriscident, Bohemia, circa 1936

$4,600

Italian Art Glass Compote after Zecchin Sofia

By Vittorio Zecchin, Venini

Located in New York, NY

, known as Sofia, in perfect condition. Elegant, sophisticated, art glass from Murano, Italy.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Glass

Italian Art Glass Compote after Zecchin Sofia

$275

Alfredo Barbini Signed Triangular Blue Murano Glass Vase with Irridized Surface

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Ann Arbor, MI

Alfredo Barbini Signed Triangular Blue Murano Glass Vase with irridized surface. The vase was

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Alfredo Barbini Signed Triangular Blue Murano Glass Vase with Irridized Surface

$3,200

18th Century Italian Murano Clear Glass and Blue Trimmed Blown Glass Bottles

By Lavorazione Arte Murano

Located in Firenze, IT

blown set is made of the finest transparent and deep blue Murano art glass. The glass is very thin and

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

18th Century Italian Murano Clear Glass and Blue Trimmed Blown Glass Bottles

$2,254 / item

Set of 6 Blue Ajka Crystal Glasses, Hungary, 1960

By Baccarat

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, wine glass hock in deep blue double-layered crystal by Ajka Crystal (in the

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 Blue Ajka Crystal Glasses, Hungary, 1960

$18,987

Signed Hand-Blown Art Glass Vase by Roland R. Correia, Dated 1975

By Correia Art Glass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This hand-blown art glass vase is signed and dated 1975 by American glass artist Roland R. Correia

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Signed Hand-Blown Art Glass Vase by Roland R. Correia, Dated 1975

$850

Large Sky Blue with Silver Accent and Murrine Decoration Murano Glass Studio

Located in Ann Arbor, MI

Large Sky blue with silver accent and Murrine decoration Murano glass studio Art glass vase. Very

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Large Sky Blue with Silver Accent and Murrine Decoration Murano Glass Studio

$1,500

Italian Venetian Handblown Goblet in Murano Glass, in Light-Blue and Gold

Located in Villaverla, IT

Elegant Italian Venetian handblown goblet in Murano glass composed by a base and a bowl with a very

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Venetian Handblown Goblet in Murano Glass, in Light-Blue and Gold

$890

Vintage Faberge Russia Style Royal Blue Glass Egg with Etched Leaves Garnishment

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Vintage Faberge Russia style glass egg with etched leaves garnishment. Reminiscent of eggs from St

Category

20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Vintage Faberge Russia Style Royal Blue Glass Egg with Etched Leaves Garnishment

$180

Murano Italian Modernist Blue White Glass Centerpiece Vase

Located in Barcelona, ES

A highly decorative hand blown sky blue and white Murano glass centerpiece / vase with organic

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass

Murano Italian Modernist Blue White Glass Centerpiece Vase

$2,011

Beautiful Tall Blue Cameo Glass Vase by Charles Schneider "La Verre Francais"

By Charles Schneider

Located in Mexico, DF

Beautiful blue tall vase manufactured with the Cameo Glass technique by Charles Schneider signed

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Tall Blue Cameo Glass Vase by Charles Schneider "La Verre Francais"

$11,200 Sale Price

20% Off

Venini for Disaronno Blue and White Fused Glass Ice Bucket, Murano Italy

By Venini

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Modernist vintage ice bucket has abstract geometric decor of fused white glass on transparent blue

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Venini for Disaronno Blue and White Fused Glass Ice Bucket, Murano Italy

$300 / item

Art Glass Vase, Bertil Vallien, Kosta Boda, Sweden, circa 1970

By Bertil Vallien

Located in Chappaqua, NY

Art Glass Vase, Bertil Vallien, Kosta Boda, Sweden, circa 1970. Frosted hand-blown glass with

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Art Glass Vase, Bertil Vallien, Kosta Boda, Sweden, circa 1970

$525

Josef Hospodka Chribska Violet and Blue Glass Vase

Located in CABA, AR

glass vase. Its vibrant violet, pink, and blue colors dance in perfect harmony, a testament to

Category

Mid-20th Century Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Josef Hospodka Chribska Violet and Blue Glass Vase

$1,200 Sale Price

20% Off

Art Deco Iron and Glass Sconces by Marius Ernest Sabino, Circa 1930

By Sabino Art Glass

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Pair of iron sconce, silver plated and satin glass plates. Manufactured by Marius-Ernest Sabino

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Iron and Glass Sconces by Marius Ernest Sabino, Circa 1930

$16,000 / set

Amazing, Artistic Murano Art Glass Large Goblet by Carlo Nason, Italy 1970

By Carlo Nason

Located in Catania, IT

Nason production. Goblet with a particular design, in clear glass handmade in shades of Blue. Perfect

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Amazing, Artistic Murano Art Glass Large Goblet by Carlo Nason, Italy 1970

$569 Sale Price

20% Off

Mid Century Kosta Vicke Lindstrand Bowl - Boda Art Glass

Located in Hook, Hampshire

Mid Century Kosta Vicke Lindstrand Bowl - Boda Art Glass. Made in Sweden in the Mid Century

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Glass

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Kosta Vicke Lindstrand Bowl - Boda Art Glass

$191

Collection of 4 french art deco etched glass soda syphons

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Fine collection of 4 french etched glass soda syphons circa 1930's We are pleased to offer these 4

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Collection of 4 french art deco etched glass soda syphons

$1,362 / set

Vintage Sundae Cup, English, Decorative Dessert Glass, Art Deco, Circa 1930

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage sundae cup. An English, decorative dessert glass dating to the Art Deco period

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Vintage Sundae Cup, English, Decorative Dessert Glass, Art Deco, Circa 1930

$438

Art Deco Master Incolor Art Deco Blue Cocktail Shaker

By Lawson and Raphael Clarke

Located in Northampton, GB

Pastel Blue Colour Body From our Barware collection, we are delighted to offer this Art Deco

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Master Incolor Art Deco Blue Cocktail Shaker

$6,572

FIZZY blue jug with orange glass rim, by Giberto Venezia

By Giberto Venezia

Located in Venezia, IT

The Blue Fizzy Glass was born from an intensive day in Murano alongside Maestro Gianni Seguso

Category

2010s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

FIZZY blue jug with orange glass rim, by Giberto Venezia

$824 / item

Blue Murano Glass Ice Bucket with Gold Glass Handles, Italy, 1960s

By Maestri Vetrai

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning ice bucket in vibrant blue Murano glass with rose flower–shaped handles in gold glass

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Blue Murano Glass Ice Bucket with Gold Glass Handles, Italy, 1960s

$664

Art Deco Skyscraper Cocktail Shaker and 6 Cocktail Glasses w/Blue Orange Lines

Located in Nantucket, MA

Tall cylindrical Art Deco cocktail shaker with a stepped foot decorated with alternating single

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Skyscraper Cocktail Shaker and 6 Cocktail Glasses w/Blue Orange Lines

$695

60s MCM Italian Blue Cased Empoli Glass Pitcher and Tent Lidded Apothecary Jars

Located in Haarlem, NL

"x5.51") Blown high deep blue cased glass ribbed pitcher with clear glass handle 32cm high, Ø15cm (12.6

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass

60s MCM Italian Blue Cased Empoli Glass Pitcher and Tent Lidded Apothecary Jars

$1,500 / set

3-Piece Silver Art Nouveau Centerpiece With Blue Glass Inserts, France Ca 1905

Located in Vienna, AT

bowls. All vessels with inserts of cobalt blue glass. Dimensions: Bowles height: 20,0 cm / 7.87

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

3-Piece Silver Art Nouveau Centerpiece With Blue Glass Inserts, France Ca 1905

$5,340 / set

Loetz Austria 1900 Art Nouveau Miniature Cabinet Vase Blue Iridescent Art Glass

By Loetz Glass

Located in Miami, FL

glass vase, created by Loetz. Made in Bohemia, Austria during the art nouveau period, back in the turn

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Loetz Austria 1900 Art Nouveau Miniature Cabinet Vase Blue Iridescent Art Glass

$798 Sale Price

20% Off

Sky Blue Stem Glass in Blown Murano Glass and Gold Leaf 1990s Venice Italy

Located in Villaverla, IT

. Complementing this work of art are two small arms of intense light blue glass, which stand out for their

Category

1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Sky Blue Stem Glass in Blown Murano Glass and Gold Leaf 1990s Venice Italy

$1,068

Seguso Murano Sommerso Bullicante Blue Glass Bowl / Ashtray

By Flavio Poli, Seguso

Located in Barcelona, ES

. This eye-catching Murano cobalt blue Sommerso Italian Art glass bowl is made of blue glass submmerged

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Gold Leaf

Seguso Murano Sommerso Bullicante Blue Glass Bowl / Ashtray

$735 Sale Price

20% Off

Art Deco Glass Ashtray by Maurice Marinot, France, c. 1930s

By Maurice Marinot

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Art Deco Glass Ashtray by Maurice Marinot, France, c. 1930s An exceptional glass ashtray by

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass

Art Deco Glass Ashtray by Maurice Marinot, France, c. 1930s

$2,000

Mid-Century Murano Glass Goblet in Sky Blue and Gold

Located in Villaverla, IT

A commanding and beautifully executed piece of Italian decorative art glass, created by a master

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Murano Glass Goblet in Sky Blue and Gold

$1,780

Art Deco, Cobalt Glass, Recipe Cocktail Shaker and Six Cocktail Glasses

Located in Nantucket, MA

Art Deco cocktail shaker and six glasses in cobalt glass with white graphics. The shaker with a

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco, Cobalt Glass, Recipe Cocktail Shaker and Six Cocktail Glasses

$750 / set

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Blue Art Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of blue art glass you’re looking for. Frequently made of glass, art glass and blown glass, every item from our selection of blue art glass was constructed with great care. There are 2484 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of blue art glass you’re looking for, while we also have 223 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of blue art glass — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each option in this array of blue art glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one piece of blue art glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but René Lalique, Venini and Alfredo Barbini produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Blue Art Glass?

A piece of blue art glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,199, while the lowest priced sells for $48 and the highest can go for as much as $84,523.

Questions About Blue Art Glass

Why is Bristol glass blue?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Bristol glass gets its signature blue hue from the inclusion of cobalt oxide in the glass-making process. Bristol blue glass has been made in Bristol, England, since the 18th century and is a favorite among collectors. Find a selection of Bristol blue glass goods on 1stDibs.
What is the value of blue glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
The value of blue glass varies greatly depending on the condition of the glass and it may differ based on what a seller is asking for it. Reasonably priced vintage cobalt blue selections vary widely in variety and price. A single piece of blue glass may cost anywhere between $15 and $50. Visit 1stDibs for blue glass kitchenware ranging from below $1,000 to over $3,000.
Is all blue glass cobalt?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
No, not all blue glass is cobalt glass. Only those made with cobalt oxide can be called cobalt. In some pieces, the presence of copper oxide accounts for the color, however, cobalt glass is much more common. You'll find a collection of cobalt glass on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if a glass is cobalt blue?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Cobalt blue glass is a deep blue glass that often gets its color by the addition of cobalt oxide in the molten glass mixture when the glass is being formed. The best way to identify cobalt blue glass is by the color. Shop a collection of cobalt blue glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you identify cobalt blue glass?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
If your glass has a blue tint to it, it is likely cobalt blue glass. There are three shades of cobalt glass; dark cobalt, which has a slight purplish hue, light or cornflower blue and medium blue. To verify its authenticity, check with an appraiser. You can also shop a collection of cobalt blue glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How old is cobalt blue glass?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
How old cobalt glass is varies greatly. Ancient Mesopotamian examples exist from roughly 2000 BC. In China, cobalt glass became common during the Zhou Dynasty, which lasted from 1122 to 221 BC. European cobalt glass may date back to as early as the 15th century. Shop a collection of antique cobalt glass on 1stDibs.
Does cobalt make glass blue?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, cobalt oxide makes glass blue. Different amounts of cobalt can be used to create more saturated levels of blue or to simply neutralize yellow for a more clear finish. Copper oxide can also be used to create a blue tinted glass. Shop a collection of cobalt glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is Sommerso art glass?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Sommerso art glass is glassware that has two or more layers of color in the piece that don’t mix together. Associated with Murano glass, sommerso is Italian for “submerged.” Find a collection of Sommerso art glass on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is MCM art glass?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
MCM art glass is a shortened form of the phrase mid-century modern art glass. It describes works of art produced out of glass by artisans working during the middle of the 20th century. You'll find a variety of MCM art glass on 1stDibs.
What does glass mean in art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In art, glass usually refers to decorative objects that are considered glass art. This means that they consist entirely or primarily out of glass, a hard brittle inorganic substance made out of natural materials like sand and limestone. Find a range of glass art on 1stDibs.
Is art glass valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
Whether art glass is valuable depends on a number of factors. Who the maker is, what type of piece it is, how old it is, its condition, the number of pieces made and the current demand can all influence the price. A certified appraiser can help you determine how much a specific piece is worth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of art glass pieces.
What is the art of making glass called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
The art of making glass is called glassblowing. The name comes from the traditional glassmaking method of blowing through a long tube called a blowpipe to shape molten glass. Historians believe that glassblowing dates back to ancient Rome. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of glassware.
Is stained glass Art Nouveau?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.
Are stained glass windows Art Deco?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, stained glass windows are indeed Art Deco. Between the 1920s and 1950s, color was an integral part of the movement, and stained glass, with its gorgeous hues, was highly celebrated. Find an assortment of stained glass windows from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if a glass art piece is hand blown?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One way to tell if you have a piece of genuine hand-blown glass is to locate the pontil mark. This is a scar usually found on the bottom of the piece where the pontil was broken off from the glass object. An absence of this scar may indicate your glass piece was mold-blown. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary hand-blown glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.