How can you tell if glass is vintage?

To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.

What is vintage slag glass?

Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.

How do you tell if glass is vintage?

To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.

How do you identify vintage glass?

To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?

To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.

Is vintage glass worth anything?

Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.

How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?

To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.

How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?

To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?

To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.

How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?

The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.

Iittala Glass Vintage

Finland Glass Vase

Iittala Finland

Iittala Glasses By Tapio Wirkkala

Finland Silver

Mid Century Finnish Glass

Iittala Ice

Finland Ceramics

Ultima Thule

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpeneva Glass Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

$2,373

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. Vase in clear mouth blown art glass. Finnish design

Located in København, Copenhagen

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. Vase in clear mouth-blown art glass. Finnish design, 1960s. Measures

Category

1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. Vase in clear mouth blown art glass. Finnish design

$500

Alvar Aalto for Iittala. Three vases in green, white and clear art glass.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Alvar Aalto for Iittala. Three vases in green, white and clear art glass. High quality, late 20th

Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Alvar Aalto for Iittala. Three vases in green, white and clear art glass.

$300 / set

Tapio Wirkkala rare Tokio , Marsalkan Sauva glass vase for Littala TW-3590

By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very nice and rare tall blown glass vase , made for Little and designed Tapio WIRKKALA , Finland

Category

1950s Finnish Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Tapio Wirkkala rare Tokio , Marsalkan Sauva glass vase for Littala TW-3590

$4,800

Timo Sarpaneva Lamps Clear Glass, Finland 1980

By Timo Sarpaneva, Luxus of Sweden, Iittala

Located in Bronx, NY

Pair of Timo Sarpaneva lamps clear glass with a bark of a tree texture, for Finnish Iittala

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Lamps Clear Glass, Finland 1980

$3,900 / set

Smoke Colored Iittala Vase in Mouth-Blown Art Glass with Motif from a Forge

Located in København, Copenhagen

Smoke-colored Iittala vase in mouth-blown art glass with motif from a forge. Beautiful Finnish

Category

20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Smoke Colored Iittala Vase in Mouth-Blown Art Glass with Motif from a Forge

$200

Pendant Lamp by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, Finland

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län

been manufactured by Iittala during the 1970s. Blown glass ball slightly colored in smoked green with a

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Metal

Pendant Lamp by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, Finland

$1,780

iittala Vase Tuuli Wind Cup Valto Kokko Finland

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

iittala Tuuli Wind Glass Vase Valto Kokko Finland This Finnish vase features a modern, minimalist

Category

20th Century Finnish Post-Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

iittala Vase Tuuli Wind Cup Valto Kokko Finland

$1,200

Crystal Sculpture by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala glassworks

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A studio crafted thick walled crystal sculpture having a vertical cylindrical form with concave ends accentuated by colored sommerso elements.

Category

1960s Finnish Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Crystal Sculpture by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala glassworks

$3,600

Large Lunaria Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1972

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in BARCELONA, ES

The Large Lunaria Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, crafted in 1972, beckons as an exceptional

Category

1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Large Lunaria Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1972

$1,008

Two Early Vessel Designs by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in San Mateo, CA

Two early designs by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala of Finland. These consist of a vase model number

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Two Early Vessel Designs by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala

$650

Set of Six Timo Sarpaneva Festivo Candlesticks for Iittala

Located in Vienna, AT

Festivo candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. One of the glasses glued see last two pictures

Category

1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Set of Six Timo Sarpaneva Festivo Candlesticks for Iittala

$1,398 / set

Shot Set Designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala

Located in Orimattila, FI

Shot Set Designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala A bottle and six glasses presented in a fine oak

Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Modernist Iittala Glass Vintage

Shot Set Designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala

$1,424 / set

Bird Figurine by Oiva Toikka for IIttala Bullfinch Punatulkku , 1994

By Oiva Toikka

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

for IIttala in 1994. The bird is made of mouth blown art glass with an etched surface. Signed and

Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Bird Figurine by Oiva Toikka for IIttala Bullfinch Punatulkku , 1994

$277 Sale Price

40% Off

Full Set of 8 Festivo Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Klintehamn, SE

Festivo is a series of glass candlesticks from Iittala, designed by Timo Sarpaneva back in 1966. A

Category

1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Full Set of 8 Festivo Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

$3,500 / set

Magnificent Scale Aalto Savoy Vase by Alvar Aalto for Iittala glassworks

Located in Sagaponack, NY

The largest size Alvar Aalto Savoy vase of sinuous and sculptural form mold-blown white cased glass

Category

20th Century Finnish Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Magnificent Scale Aalto Savoy Vase by Alvar Aalto for Iittala glassworks

$17,500

Tapio Wirkkala for ROSENTHAL POLYGON PATRAS huge bowl fruit plate Ø 29cm 1970s

Located in Landshut, BY

Wirkkala worked for the Finnish glass factory Iittala, which became internationally famous thanks to

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Pottery

Tapio Wirkkala for ROSENTHAL POLYGON PATRAS huge bowl fruit plate Ø 29cm 1970s

$356

Minimalist Tapio Wirkkala Ceiling Lamp Model 51129 in White Opaline Glass, 1950s

By Tapio Wirkkala, Idman Oy, Iittala

Located in Helsinki, FI

An elegant ceiling lamp model. 51129 in white opaline glass, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and

Category

1950s Finnish Minimalist Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Brass

Minimalist Tapio Wirkkala Ceiling Lamp Model 51129 in White Opaline Glass, 1950s

$2,124

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo Produced by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland.

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo Produced by Iittala in Finland

$2,373

20th Century Finnish Festivo Set of Nine Vintage Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

original box, made of hand blown molded glass, designed by Timo Sarpaneva and produced by Festivo - Iittala

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass, Smoked Glass

20th Century Finnish Festivo Set of Nine Vintage Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva

$1,600 / set

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

$2,373

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

$2,373

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

$2,373

Set of Four "BOLERO" Candle Holders By Timo Sarpaneva

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Set of four 1970’s “Bolero” candle holders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Findland. Measurements

Category

1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Four "BOLERO" Candle Holders By Timo Sarpaneva

$700 / set

Green Art Glass Vase with Bubbles, Scandinavian, circa 1950 s

By Holmegaard, Orrefors, Kosta Boda, Iittala

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Green Art Glass Vase with Bubbles, Scandinavian, circa 1950's "Great Green Color"

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Green Art Glass Vase with Bubbles, Scandinavian, circa 1950 s

$785

Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala, Pink Crystal Bowl No. 3317, Finland, circa 1948-1959

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Chatham, ON

TAPIO WIRKKALA - IITTALA - Design No. 3317 - Mid Century Scandinavian sculptural pink glass

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala, Pink Crystal Bowl No. 3317, Finland, circa 1948-1959

$1,995

20th Century Finnish Set of Thirteen Vintage Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

molded glass, designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Festivo - Iittala, in good condition. The detailed, slightly

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

20th Century Finnish Set of Thirteen Vintage Candle Holders by Timo Sarpaneva

$1,700 / set

Timo Sarpaneva Table Lamp "Arkipelago" for Ittala, Sweden 1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Timo Sarpaneva Table Lamp "Arkipelago" for Ittala, Sweden 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century - Glass

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Rope, Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Table Lamp "Arkipelago" for Ittala, Sweden 1960s

$1,981

Alvar Aalto Savoy Bowl Dish, Pair

By Alvar Aalto, Iittala

Located in New York, NY

Two beautiful and iconic Scandinavian Modern Aalto clear glass bowls, Iittala, Finland, circa late

Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Organic Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Alvar Aalto Savoy Bowl Dish, Pair

$275 / set

Tapio Wirkkala for Littala 1970 s Centerpiece

By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Parma, IT

Crystal centerpiece designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1970s. Central part with "ice" effect

Category

1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Tapio Wirkkala for Littala 1970 s Centerpiece

$1,127

Lisa Johansson-Papé See-Through Lady Table Lamp Model 40-013 by Iittala / Orno

By Orno Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

and Iittala. Unlike other glass models, this "Lady" and the slightly differently shaped "Missis" table

Category

1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Brass

Lisa Johansson-Papé See-Through Lady Table Lamp Model 40-013 by Iittala / Orno

$8,354

Tapio Wirkkala for Ittala Lunaria Ice Block Bowl

By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in New York, NY

Nice center bowl designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Ittala. Clear glass with textured ice surface

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Tapio Wirkkala for Ittala Lunaria Ice Block Bowl

$245

Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlestick by Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda, Sweden 1970s

By Iittala, Kosta Boda, Holmegaard, Göran Wärff, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Crystal glass candlestick, design by Göran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden in the 1970s. Groovy mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlestick by Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda, Sweden 1970s

$106

Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlesticks Pair, Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970

By Tapio Wirkkala, Göran Wärff, Holmegaard, Kosta Boda, Iittala

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Crystal glass candle holders, design by Göran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden in the 1970s. Set of 2

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlesticks Pair, Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970

$166 / set

Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlesticks 3x, Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970

By Iittala, Kosta Boda, Holmegaard, Göran Wärff, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Crystal glass candle holders, design by Göran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden in the 1970s. Set of 3

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlesticks 3x, Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970

$261 / set

Set of 3 Brutalist Glass Candlesticks by Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970

By Göran Wärff, Holmegaard, Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala, Kosta Boda

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Crystal glass candle holders, design by Göran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden in the 1970s. Set of 3

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 3 Brutalist Glass Candlesticks by Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970

$302 / set

Nanny Still Grapponia Glass Art Vase by Riihimäen Lasi, Finland, 1968.

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva, Tapio Wirkkala, Nanny Still, Riihimäen Lasi Oy

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful mouth-blown 'Grapponia' midcentury glass vase. Designed by Nanny Still for Riihimäen

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Nanny Still Grapponia Glass Art Vase by Riihimäen Lasi, Finland, 1968.

$395

Green Nanny Still Grapponia Glass Art Vase by Riihimäen Lasi, Finland, 1968.

By Nanny Still, Iittala, Riihimäen Lasi Oy, Timo Sarpaneva, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful mouth-blown 'Grapponia' midcentury glass vase in the rare green color. Designed by

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Green Nanny Still Grapponia Glass Art Vase by Riihimäen Lasi, Finland, 1968.

$695

Tapio Wirkkala Model "K10-11" Floor Lamp for Idman, Finland 1950s

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Utrecht, NL

design and wooden sculptures. Many of his glass works for Iittala were also awarded later in the 1950s at

Category

1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Brass

Tapio Wirkkala Model "K10-11" Floor Lamp for Idman, Finland 1950s

$18,000

Tapio Wirkkala Mid-Century Modernist "Pallas" Art Glass Vase

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Downingtown, PA

produced by Iittala – an important internationally established glass maker from Finland for 140 years

Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Tapio Wirkkala Mid-Century Modernist "Pallas" Art Glass Vase

$1,000

Tapio Wirkkala for Idman Rare Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass

By David Weidman, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Waalwijk, NL

glass manufacturer ‘Iittala’, where he worked on numerous designs till the end of his life. Wirkkala's

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Brass

Tapio Wirkkala for Idman Rare Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass

$26,400

Tapio Wirkkala, Pair of "Korean" Centers for Venini, Murano Glass, 1966

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Brussels, BE

competition organized by Finnish glass factory Iittala and shared the first prize with Kaj Franck. The

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Murano Glass

Tapio Wirkkala, Pair of "Korean" Centers for Venini, Murano Glass, 1966

$3,560 / set

Vintage Finnish Art Glass Vase by Kaj Blomqvist for Humppila, Finland

By Humppila, Kaj Blomquist

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

, she works for leading glass design company Iittala, which has become world famous. Nuutajarvi, a

Category

1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Vintage Finnish Art Glass Vase by Kaj Blomqvist for Humppila, Finland

$308

Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, Scandinavian Midcentury Design, "Kantarelli"

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in New York, NY

hand blown. This is the small vase of the group "Kantarelli". The vase is produced by the famous glass

Category

20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Blown Glass

Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, Scandinavian Midcentury Design, "Kantarelli"

$1,400

Cristal vase 1950s, A. Churba

By Alberto Churba

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

) and crystals that were marketed by iittala (Finland), a Scandinavian glass factory. He won First Prize

Category

1950s Argentine Art Deco Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Glass

Cristal vase 1950s, A. Churba

$2,500

Tapio Wirkkala - Art Object - Sculpture 3400 - 1950`s

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Helsinki, FI

Tapio Wirkkala Iittala Art object - Sculptur 1952 Cast crystal glass - cut - engraved by Theodor

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Crystal

Tapio Wirkkala - Art Object - Sculpture 3400 - 1950`s

$71,204 Sale Price

32% Off

Tapio Wirkkala for Asko Cocktail Table in Birch

By Asko, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Waalwijk, NL

army. As the war ended in 1945, Wirkkala continued his work as a designer by joining the glass

Category

1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Metal

Tapio Wirkkala for Asko Cocktail Table in Birch

$8,450

Finn Modern Design Pro Arte Series Ceramic Vase-Pauli Vuorisalo Arabia, Finland

By Arabia of Finland, Arabia

Located in Miami, FL

in the 1980s, he designed fabrics for Marimekko, glass pieces for IIttala and ceramics for Arabia.

Category

1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Finn Modern Design Pro Arte Series Ceramic Vase-Pauli Vuorisalo Arabia, Finland

$525

Tapio Wirkkala for Asko Nikke Dining Chairs in Black Lacquered Plywood

By Tapio Wirkkala, Asko

Located in Waalwijk, NL

design career by joining the renowned glass manufacturer Iittala, where he continued to create innovative

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Steel

Tapio Wirkkala for Asko Nikke Dining Chairs in Black Lacquered Plywood

$2,950 / set

Tapio Wirkkala for Asko Nikke Dining Chairs in Black Lacquered Plywood

By Asko, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Waalwijk, NL

design career by joining the renowned glass manufacturer Iittala, where he continued to create innovative

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Steel

Tapio Wirkkala for Asko Nikke Dining Chairs in Black Lacquered Plywood

$5,940 / set

Tapio Wirkkala Coffee Table in Birch

By Tapio Wirkkala, Asko

Located in Waalwijk, NL

continued his work as a designer by joining the glass manufacturer ‘Iittala’, where he worked on numerous

Category

1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Metal

Tapio Wirkkala Coffee Table in Birch

$6,450

Tapio Wirkkala – Outokumpu Medals, Silver and Bronze

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Orimattila, FI

, where he was awarded the Grand Prix. He gained particular acclaim for his glass designs for Iittala and

Category

1960s Finnish Modernist Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Tapio Wirkkala – Outokumpu Medals, Silver and Bronze

$1,495 / set

Set of 6 Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Brown Stoneware Bowls

By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

, Rolf Palm and Lisa Larrson, and Gunnar Borg. It is currently a design company and part of the Iittala

Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Set of 6 Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Brown Stoneware Bowls

$802 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Pair of Small MidCentury Scandinavian Modern Collectible Glazed Stoneware Bowls

By Gunnar Borg, Höganäs Keramik

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

Larrson, and Gunnar Borg. It is currently a design company and part of the Iittala Group, a Finnish art

Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Small MidCentury Scandinavian Modern Collectible Glazed Stoneware Bowls

$802 Sale Price

20% Off

Set of 3 Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Brown Stoneware Bowls

By John Andersson, Höganäs Keramik

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

Larrson, and Gunnar Borg. It is currently a design company and part of the Iittala Group, a Finnish art

Category

1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Set of 3 Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Brown Stoneware Bowls

$802 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Pair of Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Wenge Stoneware Vases

By John Andersson, Höganäs Keramik

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

company and part of the Iittala Group, a Finnish art glass company. This set is in original vintage

Category

1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Small Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Collectible Wenge Stoneware Vases

$707 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Small Scandinavian Modern Collectible Blue Stoneware Vase No. 108 by Gunnar Borg

By Höganäs Keramik, Gunnar Borg

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

the Iittala Group, a Finnish art glass company. This vase is in original vintage condition. The

Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Iittala Glass Vintage

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Small Scandinavian Modern Collectible Blue Stoneware Vase No. 108 by Gunnar Borg

$350 Sale Price

65% Off

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Iittala Glass Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic iittala glass vintage available at 1stDibs. Each iittala glass vintage for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, art glass and blown glass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect iittala glass vintage — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right iittala glass vintage, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made iittala glass vintage has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva and Tapio Wirkkala are consistently popular.

How Much is a Iittala Glass Vintage?

Prices for a iittala glass vintage can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $55 and can go as high as $13,330, while the average can fetch as much as $700.

Questions About Iittala Glass Vintage

How can you tell if glass is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
What is vintage slag glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
How do you tell if glass is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
How do you identify vintage glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
Is vintage glass worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.

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