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1950s Ceramic Signed Hand-Painted Vase
Located in Roma, IT
1950s Ceramic Signed Hand-Painted Vase
Beautiful and elegant glazed ceramic vase in shades of
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Large Hand Painted Tray by Georges Briard
By Georges Briard
Located in New York, NY
Incredible hand painted George Briard tray, having a Modern Art School depiction, of a fruit themed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Metal
Transparent Venetian Murano Stem Glass with Gold Finishes Italy 1990s
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
lemon, cherries and a strawberry, all hand-painted. The stem glass is also embellished all along its
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Postmodern Hand Painted Charger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exceptional hand painted Chargers. Beautiful Postmodern design in beautiful yellows and blacks and
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Murano Glass Chartreuse and Gold Deco Ruffle Biomorphic Bowls of 1950s
Located in Verviers, BE
Murano glass Chartreuse and Gold Deco ruffle Biomorphic bowls of 1950s
Murano glass biomorphic
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
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
1960s French Art Nouveau Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Crystal
$7,363 / set
Vintage Famille Rose Enamel Hand-Painted Plate
Located in Lomita, CA
The turquoise and green touches in this famille rose plate with strokes of white and yellow make it irresistible. This fits into the Famille Rose Mandarin category. It reflects the d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Enamel
$159 Sale Price
20% Off
French Ceramic Painted Chinoiserie Platter
Located in New York, NY
French ceramic painted chinoiserie platter. Vintage Longchamps shaped oval platter with hand
Category
Mid-20th Century French Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Pottery
A hand painted Japanese porcelain vase from the Fukagawa factory circa 1930
Located in Central England, GB
differently decorated with traditional floral displays of peonies and cherry blossoms hand painted in bright
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Other Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
1940s French Signed Set of Six Crystal Glasses
Located in Roma, IT
1940s French Signed Set of Six Crystal Glasses
Beautiful, rare and exclusive set of six crystal
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Crystal
Portable Painted Brass Ashtray with bamboo, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Portable Painted Brass Ashtray with bamboo, circa 1950s
Original condition
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Brass
Hand Painted Floral Stoneware Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
A hand-painted stoneware utensil holder jar. The front side is decorated with simple flowers in
Category
1980s Rustic Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Stoneware
Painted Ceramic Box, Lenci Turin Manufactory, Late 1950s
By Lenci
Located in Vicenza, VI
are depicted. The side faces of the box are painted with polychrome enamels and see the depiction of a
Category
1950s Italian Other Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Enamel
$1,235 Sale Price
48% Off
Solid Brass Hand Painted Ashtray By Dayagi, Israel 1960s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Solid Brass Hand Painted Ashtray By Dayagi, Israel 1960s
Category
1960s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Brass
$100 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Hand Painted Porcelain Spoon
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Experience the elegance of traditional Chinese craftsmanship with this Hand Painted Porcelain Spoon
Category
1970s Chinese Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
2 Pairs Mid Century Modern Glass
Brass Wall Sconces by Progress Lighting
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous painted curved and tapered glass & brass wall sconces by progress lighting c1955. Painted
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Brass
Meissen, Germany. Sauce boat on foot. Hand-painted porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Meissen, Germany.
Sauce boat on foot. Porcelain.
Hand-painted with floral motifs and insects in
Category
Mid-20th Century German Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Musical Instrument Hand Painted Serving Tray
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1854 Italian hand painted musical instruments serving tray
Category
1960s Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Hardwood
$275 Sale Price
42% Off
Porcelain elefant figure with trunk upwards underglaze painted
By Nymphenburg Porcelain
Located in München, Bavaria
This figure of a baby elefant was designed by Göhring for the Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg and is one of the most loved animal figures. The underglaze technique is mastered by th...
Category
20th Century German Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
1970
s Hand-Painted Studio Pottery Clay Vase
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A vintage hand painted clay pottery vase with scalloped edge.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Clay
Vintage Hand Painted China Tea Set
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A beautiful set of three hand painted dishes to add a touch of sophistication to tea time! The
Category
20th Century Chinese Other Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Pitcher
Located in Bradenton, FL
An Italian ceramic pitcher. Hand painted with a colorful floral spray on a white background, framed
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Animalier Zebra Pattern Frame hand painted Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with fired enamel, hand-painted
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Queen Victoria Hand Painted Serving Plate by Herend
By Herend
Located in Sofia, BG
Vintage Herend Queen Victoria serving plate made in hand painted fine porcelain.
Excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$315 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage French Limoges Hand Painted
Gilt Porcelain Vase, Floral Reserve, 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage French Limoges Hand Painted
Gilt Porcelain Vase with Reserve having Garden Flowers
Category
20th Century Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Porcelain Ashtray Limoges Hand-Painted Dish France 1960s
By Limoges
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Limoges Porcelain Ashtray Hand-Painted Dish France 1960s.
Vintage Ashtray dish with hand-painted
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 8 Frog White Wine Glasses
Located in Stamford, CT
From the Mrs Henry Ford II estate- a whimsical set of colorful frog decorated white wine glasses.
Category
1980s North American Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
$320 Sale Price / set
60% Off
Vintage Hand Painted Italian Faience Ceramic Bowl
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fantastic ceramic bowl with hand painted eucalyptus leaves. Great serving piece to add to existing
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Paint
7-Piece Champagne Set - Murano Glass - Vetreria Venier
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
beautiful blue color. The glass is hand painted with decorative motifs.
Both the glasses and the champagne
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage French Hand Painted Cake Plate
By Gien
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of elegance to your gatherings with this Vintage French Hand Painted Cake Plate
Category
Late 20th Century French Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Deruta Italy Large Pottery Hand Painted Platter
By Deruta
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large oval blue and white hand painted platter with scalloped rim, two birds on a white ground
Category
20th Century Italian French Provincial Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Pottery
Ceramic Hand Painted Strawberry Motif Serving Platter, Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A vintage hand-painted ceramic strawberry motif serving platter or relish dish. This serving dish
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Royal Copenhagen, Noblesse, set of eight hand-painted plates.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen, Noblesse, a set of eight hand-painted plates.
Model: 112/15137.
Dating from 1980
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Large Psychedelic Batik Patterned Glass Floor Light
Located in Palermo, PA
lightsource in the lampshade as well as in the base.
The base is handcrafted, painted glass.
The lampshade
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Metal
Chinese Hand Painted Small Wine Pot or Teapot
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a small Chinese hand painted wine pot or teapot depicting a red background with some tiny
Category
20th Century Macanese Chinese Export Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$220 Sale Price
53% Off
Royal Copenhagen. Flora Danica lunch plate in hand-painted porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica.
Lunch plate in hand-painted porcelain with flowers and gold
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century
By Enrique Luis Ventosa
Ysauro Uriarte 1
Located in Chatham, ON
- featuring a central hand painted floral pattern within an elaborate border - signed on the cream glazed back
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Monumental Italian 1940s Gold on Green Painted Terracotta Vase
Located in Milan, IT
Monumental Italian 1940s Gold on Green Painted Terracotta Vase
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Terracotta
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century
By Enrique Luis Ventosa
Ysauro Uriarte 1
Located in Chatham, ON
- featuring a central hand painted bird and foliage within an elaborate border - signed on the cream glazed
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century
By Enrique Luis Ventosa
Ysauro Uriarte 1
Located in Chatham, ON
- featuring hand painted flowers and swans within a double line border - signed on the cream glazed back with
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Postmodern Aperitif Glass Kosta Boda, 1990s
By Kosta Boda
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish crystal and art-glass aperitif glass, hand-painted and initialed by artist, for Kosta
Category
1990s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Crystal
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century
By Enrique Luis Ventosa
Ysauro Uriarte 1
Located in Chatham, ON
- featuring a central hand painted stylized design within an elaborate border - signed on the cream glazed
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta
Royal Copenhagen, "Frijsenborg". Thirteen plates in hand-painted porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen, "Frijsenborg". Thirteen plates.
Decorated with floral motifs, gold rim.
Dating: 1950s.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: 15.5 cm.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Royal Copenhagen, "Frijsenborg". Twelve plates in hand-painted porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen, "Frijsenborg". Twelve porcelain plates.
Decorated with floral motifs, gold rim.
Dating: 1950s
Modelnumber 910/1625
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: 17.5 cm.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
1950s Hand-Painted Ceramic Figure of Two Sitting Antelopes by Ronzan
Located in Aci Castello, IT
. The ceramic figure is hand-painted, showcasing detailed gray and gold that enhances the natural
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
B and B Stinger Lighted Glass Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
(peppermint liqueur). This sign features two bee decals, while the "B and B Stinger" is reverse-painted glass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint
Large Italian Majolica Paint Decorated Tray
Located in Norwood, NJ
Large Italian majolica ceramic tray/platter by Armando Poggi, Florence, Italy. Hand paint decorated
Category
20th Century Italian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Max Walter Svanberg Painted, Signed Tile for Rörstrand
By Max Walter Svanberg, Rörstrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice tile painting, by the well known artist Max Walter Svanberg, signed titled in back as shown in picture, also marker R R R in front.
Category
1970s Swedish Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Herend Dinner Plate in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Dated 1941
Located in København, Copenhagen
Herend dinner plate in hand-painted porcelain. Dated 1941.
Measures: diameter: 27.3 cm.
In
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1940s Hungarian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Dorothy Thorpe Glassware With Pitcher and Glass
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in Toronto, ON
pieces with her own style which often featured her well known silver overlay and paint speckled glass
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Glass
$120 Sale Price
77% Off
Herend, Hungary, Porcelain Vase, Hand Painted with Orange Flowers
Located in København, Copenhagen
Herend, Hungary, porcelain vase, hand painted with orange flowers.
Mid-20th Century.
Perfect
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
1970s Mirror Tray With Painted Wood Rim.
Located in IT
Elegant oval tray from the 1970s featuring a mirrored surface and a painted wooden rim. The base
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Mirror, Wood
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
1960s Czech Art Nouveau Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Crystal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Black Painted Metal by Mascagni
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Aci Castello, IT
serving tray features a sleek and minimalist design characteristic of the era, with a black-painted metal
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Metal, Brass
Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Half Lace, hand-painted coffee pot.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Half Lace, hand-painted coffee pot.
Handle with snail.
Model number: 1
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 18 Exquise Deep Blue Baccarat Crystal glasses, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, set of 18 high-end glasses in deep rich blue crystal by Baccarat. The pure
Category
1960s French Other Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Crystal
Set of 18 Exquise Multi Color Baccarat Crystal Glasses, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, set of 18 high-end glasses in multi-colored crystal by Baccarat. The pure and
Category
1960s French Other Vintage Painted Glass
Materials
Crystal
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Vintage Painted Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of vintage painted glass you’re looking for. An item from our selection of vintage painted glass — often made from glass, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Find 657 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of vintage painted glass now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of vintage painted glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of vintage painted glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Glashütte Limburg, Culver Ltd. and Meissen Porcelain each produced at least one beautiful piece of vintage painted glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Vintage Painted Glass?
The average selling price for a piece of vintage painted glass at 1stDibs is $889, while they’re typically $55 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Painted Glass
- Can glass lampshades be painted?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, a glass lampshade can be painted. It’s best to use a paint that’s designed to be applied to glass and to use the instructions that are provided with that paint to get the best results. Shop a range of antique and modern glass lampshades on 1stDibs.
- Can a glass window be painted?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can paint a glass window. Certain types of paint are optimal for glass and include enamel acrylics, specially formulated solvent-based paints and acrylics specifically suited for glass. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of painted glass windows from top sellers around the world.
- How do I reverse paint on glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first step in reverse glass painting is to select your design and to transfer it to a pane of glass. From there you can paint in your design. Once the paint is dry and set, you can proudly display your artwork from the unpainted side that will have no exposed paint and will be less prone to chipping.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between stained glass and painted glass is how it is made. To create stained glass, an artisan adds pigments to the glass and then fires it at high temperatures to permanently change the appearance of the material. With painted glass, color is added after firing and may rub off or fade with age. You'll find a large selection of glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a painting is vintage, research the artist and determine when they were active. There are mobile apps that can help you identify the artist by referencing a photo of the signature on your painting. If your painting is over 20 years old but less than 100, it would generally be considered vintage. However, experts don't often use the term vintage to describe art. If you need assistance with the dating process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Windows that appear to be made of painted glass are called stained glass windows. Stained glass windows are made of glass that has been colored by mixing molten glass with metallic oxides. Shop a range of stained glass pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Reverse painting on glass is called verre églomisé. The term gets its name from the 18th-century decorator Jean-Baptiste Glomy who became famous for his reverse-painted glass prints. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of verre églomisé furniture and jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The craft of painting enamel on glass is called enameling. Because regular paint would simply wash off glass, the artisan uses enamel and fires it into the glass once they have painted the design. Browse a range of enameled glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, it is safe to paint a glass lampshade as long as you are using glass-specific paint. One thing to note: If your lampshade is translucent (versus opaque), the paint color will look slightly different when you turn the lamp on.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024Technically, you can put a canvas painting in a glass frame. However, many experts advise against it. Paintings executed on canvas typically do not need the protection of glass, and a glass front on a frame can actually make it more difficult to admire the brushwork and fine details of a piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of paintings.
- 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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