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Sciolari Six-Arms Chrome and Seven Opaline Glass Globes Chandelier
By Alessandro Sciolari
Located in Verviers, BE
Six-arm chrome and opaline glass chandelier, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern chandelier made in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
German Space Age Glass Globe Pendant Lamp from Erco, 1950s
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare space age globe glass pendant light from erco.
simple and elegant mid century lamp made of
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20th Century German Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Space Age Sputnik Chandelier with 8 Glass Globes from 1960s
Located in Budapest, Budapest
A truly eye-catching lamp from the 1970s. It resembles a Sputnik lamp, but without the long extending arms, it could just as well be compared to a cluster of grapes or a light, airy ...
Category
1960s Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
$1,231 Sale Price
20% Off
Peill
Putzler Midcentury Glass Globe Flushmount Ceiling Lamp, Germany, 1970s
By Peill
Putzler
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful brass flush mount light fixture from the 1970s, featuring a globe-shaped lampshade made
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Brass
Small Vintage Milk Glass Globe Pendant with Antique Brass Canopy
Located in New York, NY
A small voluminous globe lightens up all directions and creates a simple, elegant statement for any
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Blown Glass
Midcentury Bubble Glass Globe Pendant by Glashütte Limburg , Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Almelo, NL
Globe pendant lamps made of handblown glass and chrome hardware. They were produced in the 1970s by
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Chandelier in Frosted Hand Blown Glass Globes
Brass, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large modern chandelier with four frosted white hand-blown coloured globes and brass, Italy 1970s
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Chrome
5 Milk Glass Globes Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
By Kovach, Robert Sonneman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chrome and 5 globe Mid-Century Modern table lamp with three way switch.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
French Modernist Glass Globe Shaped Chandeliers one two or three
Located in New York City, NY
A modernist sphere of molded art glass eleven inches in diameter with diamond patterning gives the
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
Maison Arlus Midcentury Glass Globe 6-Arm Chandelier, circa 1950
By Arlus
Located in Miami, FL
brass axis, featuring six pristine opaline globes that exude soft, ambient light.
The harmonious beige
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
$1,200 Sale Price
52% Off
Murano Opalescent Glass Globe Brass Pendant by Azucena, Italy, 1950s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
, Italy, 1950. Large-sized lamp of hand blown opalescent glass and brass. The Model LS1 was designed and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Elegant 1960s Chrome Ceiling Lamp with 6 Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This piece is a chrome 6-arm orbital lamp with white opaline glass beads from the 1960s. It has an
Category
1960s German Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Bubble Glass Globe Pendant by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1970s
By Limburg
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting
- marked by label
- rare type
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Elegant 1960s Brass Ceiling Lamp with 9 Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This piece is a golden 9-arm orbital Lamp with white opaline glass beads from the 1960s. It has an
Category
1960s German Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Two Extra Large Massive Glass Globe Pendants Lights, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Berlin, DE
Very rare and large massive white murano glass pendants by Doria.
Germany, 1970s.
Lamp sockets: 1x
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Murano Glass
$3,552 Sale Price / set
21% Off
Stilnovo Chandelier with Three Hand Blown Glass Globes, Italy, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Stilnovo suspension chandelier with three globes in amber hand blown glass, brass and enameled
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
$1,771 Sale Price
20% Off
Stilnovo Suspension Chandelier with Three Hand Blown Glass Globes, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Stilnovo suspension chandelier with three globes in amber hand blown glass, brass and enameled
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
$1,771 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Chandelier in White Lacquered Metal with Hand Blown Glass Globes
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large chandelier, hand blown glass, white lacquered metal, Sweden, 1970s
Beautiful and bright
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Vintage Light Up Replogle Globe on Stand with Original Atlas Book
By Replogle Globes
Located in New York, NY
Great vintage Replogle Globe, made in Chicago, circa late 1950/ early 1960's. The globe lights up
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
1950s Brass Floor Lamp with Adjustable Arms and Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
junction with the stem to orient the globes. Brass surfaces show a uniform natural patina; glass is clean
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
glass. When lit, the opaline globe produces a warm, even light ideal for ambient or accent illumination
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Globe Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
glass. When lit, the opaline globe produces a warm, even light ideal for ambient or accent illumination
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Holophane Glass Globe Pendant Light w/ Chromes Steel Fitter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hollywood Regency style Holophane ceiling pendant features a classic globe-shaped glass shade that
Category
1950s American Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
$243 Sale Price
25% Off
1950s Pair of Italian Sconces in Brass with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
arms supporting spherical opaline glass diffusers. The brass shows attractive oxidation marks developed
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Murano Glass Globe Chandelier with Brass Accents, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
glass suspended from an elegant brass frame.
The globe is made from opaline Murano glass, offering a
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Three Arm Solid Pine Chandelier with Glass Globes, Luxus Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, Luxus of Sweden, Uno
Östen Kristiansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
and Östen Kristiansson, like this model, ”Pinus” as well. Comes with three amber colored glass shades
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Plastic, Pine, Blown Glass
Floor Model Light Up Globe by Replogle Ca. 1950/1960
s
By Replogle Globes
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional light up floor model globe, by Replogle Globes Inc. The globe is 16 in. in diameter, it
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Mahogany, Paper
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Gilt Wrought Iron Chandelier with Amber Glass Globes, Spanish Revival, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand Forged Gilt Iron and Amber Glass Four Arms Chandelier
Spain, 1940s.
Hand forged iron four
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron, Iron
$3,979 Sale Price
20% Off
MCM Striped Glass Globe Nickel Steel Pendant Light 34.5 in. Drop
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern style pendant light with a white, gray, green, orange, and tan striped globe
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel
MCM Striped Glass Globe Nickel Steel Pendant Light 27.5 In. Drop
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern style pendant light with a white, gray, green, orange, and tan striped globe
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel
Leco Brass Table Lamp with White Opal Glass Globe, Sweden, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
, slender stem in brass leading to the shade holder. The globe shaped shade is made of a white, slightly
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Geometric Icosahedron Pendant Lamp Light Vitrolite Glass Globe as George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
No chips, and No cracks to glass, just stains and slight oxidation to original metal hardware
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Milk Glass
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Molecular Chandelier by Kaiser with Six Smoked Hand Blown Glass Globes
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Rijssen, NL
closely attached hand blown globes with amber colored glass. Illuminates beautifully.
Cleaned well
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Steel
Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Large vintage snow ball pattern midcentury murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Brass, Enamel and Waffle Milk Glass Globe Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
a striking formal counterpoint to the curved form of the body. The globe is capped with a circular
Category
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Scolari Five, Arms Chrome and Fife Withe Opaline Glass Globes Chandelier
By Alessandro Sciolari
Located in Verviers, BE
5-arm chrome and opaline glass chandelier, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern chandelier made in the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Doria Leuchten Vintage, 1960s Snowball Murano Glass Globe German Pendant Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Large vintage snow ball pattern midcentury murano glass ceiling pendant light fixture by Doria
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Monumental Table Lamp Foot Snowball Ice Glass Globe, 1960s Doria Leuchten
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful large monumental table lamp foot or side table lamp. Made of glass and aluminum by Doria
Category
1960s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Elegant 1960s Brass Ceiling Lamp with 8 Smoked Glass Globes, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This eight-armed ceiling light was produced in Germany between the 1950s and 1960s. The lamp has its original wiring and requires eight E14 Edison screw fit bulbs. Each lamp shade me...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Brass and Optical Glass Globe Sconce by Vitrika, 1970s
By Vitrika
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge sconce with spherical amber colored optical glass shade manufactured and designed by Vitrika
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
One off Kind Brass and Glass Chandelier, 18 Ornamental Glass Globes, Excellent
Located in Kansas City, MO
Stunning custom made, one of a kind sputnik style chandelier. Twelve long arms with six globes
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1990s American Steampunk Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Pendant Murano Glass globe 35, Sothis, Ettore Fantasia, Gini Poli, Murano, 1970
By Gino Poli
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
, globe is a hand crafted Murano glass light.
This uses a particularity and exceptional, almost unique
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1970s Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
$2,368 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 3 Murano Glass Globe Lamps in Pink
White, Italy, 1970s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
globe in soft shades of white and pink. The glass features a charming internal bubble pattern —known as
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century German Space Age Glass Globe Pendant Lamp from Erco, 1960s
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare globe glass pendant lights from ERCO.
Simple and elegant mid century lights made of glass and
Category
20th Century German Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Matteo Thun “Sphera F” Blown Glass Globe Floor Lamp for Leocos, Italy
By Matteo Thun
Located in Miami, FL
blown glass diffuser on a steel base stem and base designed by Matte Thun and produced by Leucos. Has a
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel
$1,800 Sale Price
25% Off
Very Large Smoked Glass Globe Pendant Lamp, Melting Snow Crystals, 1970s Germany
By Helena Tynell, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
brown with melting snow crystals patterns all over the globe.
Decorative copper fitting with cut-out
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Copper
$414 Sale Price
38% Off
French Art Deco
Art Nouveau Amber Beaded Fringe
Cut Glass Globes Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Gorgeous antique French chandelier in beaded glass tubes, Art Deco / Art Nouveau.
Measures
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Brass
Unique Table Lamp with Chrome Frame and Opaque Glass Globes, 1970
s
Located in Cork, IE
This truly unique table lamp in the shape of a carbon chain molecule encapsulates the energy and dynamism of 1970's modernism!
Holding five opaque spheres, arranged around two centr...
Category
1970s European Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Black Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
vertical finial, extending from a circular wall plate (12 cm diameter) to support a spherical opaline glass
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Brass
Doria Table or Floor Lamp Chrome Large Smoked Bubble Glass Globe, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Enormous Doria hand blown glass sphere on chrome base lamp, Italy, circa 1970. This exceptional
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Vintage 70s Italian Table Lamp with Swirled Glass Globe and Brass Base
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Exquisite 1970s swirl glass table lamp, a charming piece of Italian design and manufacturing. The
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large Chandelier in Amber Hand Blown Colored Glass Globes
Brass, Europe, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large modern chandelier with four amber hand blown colored globes and brass, Europe, 1970s. The
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Textured Glass Globe Table or Floor Lamp, 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
consists of two half globes: the upper side is of textured glass, the bottom chrome-plated. Designed
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Pair of Midcentury Bubble Glass Globe Pendant by Glashütte Limburg Germany, 1960
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of globe pendant lamps made of hand blown glass and chrome hardware. They were produced in the
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Albini Style Tulip-Shaped Reed Rattan Cieling Pendant Light w/ Glass Globe
By Franco Albini
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Albini style tulip-shaped reed rattan ceiling pendant chandelier with fancy wicker wrappings. The lamp features an open tulip-shaped frame made with a ratta...
Category
1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
Large Set Midcentury Lights with Brass Frame
Large Handblown Glass Globe 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set hotel ceiling/wall lights with brass frame and large hand blown glass. The lights are
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Pair of Rare Solid Brass a Glass Globes Sconces Wall Lamps, Germany
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of beautiful brass and blown glass wall lamps.
Germany, 1970s.
Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US: E26).
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
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Vintage Glass Globes For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of vintage glass globes is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage glass globes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and brass. Vintage glass globes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern vintage glass globes are consistently popular styles. Vintage glass globes have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Doria Leuchten Germany, Glashütte Limburg and Lightolier are consistently popular.
How Much are Vintage Glass Globes?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,019, while they’re typically $197 on the low end and $15,800 highest priced.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Glass Globes
- What are vintage globes made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage globes were created in a variety of materials and colors. Globes can be made of tin, cast iron, cardboard, wood and plaster. They also vary in size and design. Browse a selection of vintage globes from some of the world’s top sellers 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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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