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Danish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Bakelite, Glass, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, beige bakelite and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Denmark, c
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Amber Bakelite
Glass Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Art Deco Amber Bakelite and Glass Table Lamps, fluted tapering column surmounting a
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Pewter
Midcentury Bakelite
Glass Wall Lamp, 1950s / 4 Items Available
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage wall lamp made of bakelite and yellow pressed glass. New wiring. Four items available upon
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Bakelite Glass Sofa Table 1950s France
Located in Vienna, AT
amber colored bakelite ball.
Over the x form legs rests a brass frame with an inserted glass plate
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Bakelite/Glass Ceiling Lamp/Flush Mount or Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- around 1960s
- perfect original condition
jr.
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Milk Glass, Bakelite
LB offers Mexican Silver Parrot and Chick pendant Bakelite Glass SS Necklace
By Lorraines
Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage Bakelite Buckles Pendant Necklace. The combination of vintage green Bakelite beads, Pink vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Nouveau Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Bakelite and Glass Wall Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of bakelite,glass
Re-polished.
Good original condition.
1x60W,E27
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Mid-century Design Bakelite Wall Lamp, 1960
s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of Bakelite,Glass
New Cabling
1x40W,E14 or E15 bulb
Three pieces in
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Art Deco Bakelite Bowl, Fruit Bowl, 1930s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Bakelite glass bowl - 1930s.
This opalescent bakelite bowl is in excellent condition. It is
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite
$278 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Chandelier made in the 1930's, in Czechoslovakia.
Made of bakelite, glass and metal.
Repolished
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Bauhaus Ceiling Lamp, Flush Mounts, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Ceiling lamp "Flush Mounts", 1940's, Czechoslovakia.
Made of bakelite, glass and plastic
Category
1940s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Metal
Vintage Oval Wall Mirror
America
Carrara and Matta in Beige Bakelite, 1970s
By Carrara
Matta
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
mirror
maker. carrara
matta
model. america
period. 1970s
country. Italy
material. bakelite, glass
Category
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Collection of 5 Pernod Glasses with Bakelite Bases, 1930
s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Collection of 5 French pre-world war Pernod drinking glasses with bakelite bases. The glass screws
Category
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Art Deco Bakelite and Glass Chopstick Knife Rests, 12 pieces in box
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Art Deco set of twelve Bakelite knives or chopstick rests was crafted in France in the
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Stuart Brass Lamp Display Case Painted Glass Shade And Perfume Bottles .
By Stuart Glass Company
Located in New Orleans, LA
The lamp is brass with a spring loaded brass shade pull chain.
The shade is glass and painted with
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Brass
$148 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Barware Glass Markers Horse Carousel in Bakelite and Wood, circa 1940
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Designed for cocktail service, the piece features a carousel adorned with twelve glass markers, each topped
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Metal
Vintage Amber Bakelite Art Deco Ashtray, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Amber Bakelite Art Deco Ashtray, realized in 1930s.
Excellent condition.
Category
1930s European Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite
$345 Sale Price
20% Off
French Art Deco Green Bakelite Wine Cooler, 1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
French Art Deco Green Bakelite Wine Cooler, 1930s
Elegant wine cooler in dark green Bakelite
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite
Faux Tortoise Bakelite and Brass Tray
Located in New York, NY
Faux tortoise bakelite and brass tray. Vintage Bakelite tortoise serving tray in rich natural hues
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Chrome
Black Bakelite Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
modern aesthetic of the Machine Age. Featuring a polished chrome body paired with striking black Bakelite
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Chrome
Red Bakelite Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
modern aesthetic of the Machine Age. Featuring a polished chrome body paired with striking red Bakelite
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
MCM Bakelite
Stainless Steel Wine Corkscrew / Barware
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and well constructed MCM bakelite and stainless Steel wine corkscrew / barware, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Stainless Steel
Art Deco Bakelite Wine Cooler – Jacobert, Colmar, Alsace, 1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Art Deco Bakelite Wine Cooler – Jacobert, Colmar, Alsace, 1930s
Elegant wine cooler in deep brown
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite
Art Deco Bakelite Fruit Knife Set
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Art Deco Bakelite fruit knife set from the 1930's. Made in Germany. Yellow colored bakelite handled
Category
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Stainless Steel
$220 / set
Art Deco Bakelite Fruit Knife Set
By Bestecke Solingen
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Art Deco Bakelite fruit knife set from the 1940s. Solingen made in Germany
Original condition.
Category
1940s German Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Stainless Steel
Art Deco Revere Saturn Ashtray in Chrome, Brass
Bakelite
Located in New York, NY
chrome, accented by warm brass details and striking Bakelite elements.
The piece’s streamlined form and
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Art Deco Chrome Cocktail Shaker with Red Bakelite Handle
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco Chrome Cocktail Shaker with Red Bakelite Handle
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Chrome Cocktail Shaker with Brown Bakelite Handle
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco Chrome Cocktail Shaker with Brown Bakelite Handle and Spout Cover.
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Bakelite Serving Utensils - A Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
A really beautiful set of Smokey gray celluloid/bakelite serving set with beautiful wood handles
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite, Wood
Art Deco Bakelite Novelty Cocktail Stick Set, French, c1930
Located in Devon, England
A novelty 1930s cocktail stick set originating from France. Features multi coloured Bakelite
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Fruit Knives with Bakelite Stand by Otto Hammesfahr
By Bestecke Solingen
Located in Wien, AT
Fruit knives with stand by Otto Hammesfahr.
Original condition.
Six pieces of knives
one stand.
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century modern Rosewood and Bakelite Salad Servers
Located in Charleston, SC
stunning Bakelite. I love how the 2 pieces vary in color but are meant to be together.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite, Rosewood
Vintage Glo-Hill Chrome Bar Pitcher with Red Bakelite Handle
By Glo Hill
Located in Nantucket, MA
Chrome bar pitcher by Glo-Hill with red faux tortoiseshell Bakelite pistol grip handle. The pitcher
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Barware Cocktail Picks Server, circa 1930
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Atlanta, GA
holder. The rare piece was crafted in France circa 1930. Twelve metal cocktail forks with red Bakelite
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Metal
1930s Style Art Deco Machine Age Copper Toned and Bakelite Double Ashtray.
Located in Seattle, WA
brown possible Bakelite and accented with polished copper toned ribbed bands along the sides, this
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite
Art Deco Coffee Set made in bakelite and pewter
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960, we offer this Art Deco Coffee Set made in bakelite and pewter, fantastic patina.
Category
1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Pewter
Art Deco silver and bakelite Cocktail Shaker by Folke Arström
By Folke Arstrom
Located in Uccle, BE
This modernist looking Art Deco cocktail shaker is silver plated with a bakelite cap. Clean lines
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Silver Plate
Carl M. Cohr 1930s Salt
Pepper Robots in Silver
Bakelite
By Carl M. Cohr
Located in Esbjerg, DK
white bakelite and a top of 830/1000 silver. Both with Hallmark: CMC, 830s. In Denmark we call these
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Silver
Art Deco 1930
s Butterscotch Bakelite Rabbit Napkin Holders Set of 8
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Charming and whimsical, this set of eight Art Deco Butterscotch Bakelite napkin rings features
Category
1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Bakelite
Three Pieces of Chrome and Red Bakelite Serve Ware by Glo-Hill of Canada
By Glo Hill
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
oval glass inserts and a central Bakelite handle, 2) an oblong shallow tray with Bakelite handles
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Hard to Find MCM Chrome and Bakelite Cocktail Shaker Marked "Modavanti"
By Glo Hill
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid twentieth century chrome and Bakelite cocktail shaker from the "Modavanti" division / line by
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Chrome
Bakelite Rare Cake Server by Chase
By Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare piece designed by Chase circa 1940's art Deco , solid plated steel with bakelite
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Streamlined Cocktail Shaker in Chrome with Black Bakelite Handles
Located in New York, NY
Black Bakelite. The Mouth of the Server is capped with a streamlined cap that screws in place to
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Set of Rare Austrian Bakelite Salt and Pepper stands
By Kolbenheyer Erich
Located in Vienna, AT
Kolbenheyer Aubock Hagenauer all worked in Vienna in the 1950‘s. One of these Architects is also the Designer of our nice serving table accessory.
An S&P set including toothpick hol...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Chrome
Bakelite Water Pitcher by Chase Co.
By Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Art Deco chrome and bakelite water pitcher by Chase Co., circa 1930s. The pitcher is in good
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
GAB, Sweden. Four salt cellars in 830 silver and bakelite. Art Deco style.
Located in København, Copenhagen
GAB, Sweden. Four salt cellars in 830 silver and bakelite.
Art Deco style.
1960s
Hallmarked.
In
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1960s Swedish Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Silver
GAB, Sweden. Two salt cellars in 830 silver and bakelite. Art Deco style.
Located in København, Copenhagen
GAB, Sweden.
Two salt cellars in 830 silver and bakelite. Art Deco style.
1960s.
Hallmarked.
In
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Silver
GAB, Sweden. Three salt cellars in 830 silver and bakelite. Art Deco style.
Located in København, Copenhagen
GAB, Sweden.
Three salt cellars in 830 silver and bakelite. Art Deco style.
From the 1960s
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Green Bakelite Golf Tee Shaped Barware Cocktail Picks Set, circa 1930
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
expertly crafted in France, circa 1930. Eight cocktail forks with Bakelite finials can be removed from the
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury Bamboo, Rattan and Bakelite Ashtray by Cesare Di Cesare, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful squared ashtray or vide-poche in bamboo,rattan, steel and red bakelite by
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Metal
Aluminum and Bakelite Drink holder Tray by Aero-Art Los Angeles
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Aluminum and Bakelite Drink Holder Tray by Aero-Art Los Angeles blends vintage aesthetics with
Category
1930s Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Aluminum
$495 Sale Price
40% Off
Art Deco Bakelite Cocktail Stick and Ladle Barware Set, French, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
1930's. It features a chrome ladle and chrome cocktail forks all with cherry red bakelite accents to
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Manning Bowman Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Cocktail Shaker and Serving Tray
By Manning Bowman
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Manning Bowman Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Cocktail Shaker and Serving Tray. A nice sized chrome
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Machine Age Chrome Coffee Service with Bakelite Handles by Chase
By Chase and Co.
Located in New York, NY
machined black bakelite. Featuring beautiful fluted detailing on the lids of the sugar vessel and coffee
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Glo-Hill Chrome and Butterscotch Bakelite Lidded Ice Bucket with Tongs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Glo-Hill lidded ice bucket and tongs in chrome with butterscotch Bakelite handles.
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
1930
s Art Deco Gravy Boat by Chase in Chrome
Bakelite
By Chase Brass and Copper Company, Walter Von Nessen
Located in San Diego, CA
1930's chrome & Bakelite Gravy Boat . rare piece very collectibele by Chase very nice condition and
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Chrome
1930s Two Toned Butterscotch
Cherry Red
Green Bakelite Flatware Set of 34
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Bakelite was the major form of “art plastic” from the 1930s through to the 1950s. It was patented
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Glasses
Materials
Stainless Steel
$207 Sale Price / set
40% Off
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Vintage Bakelite Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of vintage bakelite glasses is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage bakelite glasses was constructed with extraordinary care, often using plastic, bakelite and metal. Vintage bakelite glasses have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage bakelite glasses to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Industrial vintage bakelite glasses are of considerable interest. Pragotron, Poul Henningsen and Louis Poulsen each produced beautiful vintage bakelite glasses that are worth considering.
How Much are Vintage Bakelite Glasses?
Prices for vintage bakelite glasses start at $52 and top out at $50,000 with the average selling for $621.
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Questions About Vintage Bakelite Glasses
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024To 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Slag 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023To 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.
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