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Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Brass

Mid Century Ultramarine Blue and Yellow Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Blue vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Glass

Mid-century Hand-blown Swedish Green Yellow Wine Goblets by Gullaskruf, Pair
By Gullaskruf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
goblet features an etched grape and vine design and a transparent stem, with one rendered with a yellow
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Glass

Brass and Glass Cgandelier by Paavo Tynell and Gunnel Nyman for Taito Oy, 1940s
By Taito Oy, Gunnel Nyman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Captivating chandelier by Gunnel Nyman and Paavo Tynell, made from brass with light yellow glass
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Yellow Enamel Serving Mixing Bowl
By Kaj Franck
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Scandinavian Modern Yellow Enamel Serving Mixing Bowl 6.38 diameter x 4 h Preowned vintage
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Enamel

Murano in green and yellow, 1950, Attributed to Flavio Poli, Italian
By Flavio Poli
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
artist, known for his designs in glass. Born in 1900, he was trained at the Istituto d'Arte di Venezia
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Murano Glass

Murano in blue and yellow, 1950, Attributed to Flavio Poli, Italian
By Flavio Poli
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
artist, known for his designs in glass. Born in 1900, he was trained at the Istituto d'Arte di Venezia
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Bennett Walsh Pacific Stoneware Yellow Tiger Ashtray
Located in Charleston, SC
stoneware and showing an incised image of a tiger glazed in primary pop-colors of orange on yellow. The deep
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Stoneware, Paint

Murano Faceted Red and yellow Sommerso Glass Vase by Mandruzzato c. 1960s Italy
By Mandruzzato
Located in Glasgow, GB
red and bright yellow glass are encased within clear Murano crystal, creating a striking internal
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Murano Glass

2 Pairs of Pear Shaped Yellow Pottery Salt and Pepper Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A group of four figural pottery pear shaped salt and pepper shakers. In the form of yellow pears
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20th Century American Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Pottery

Roth Keramik rare yellow and black lava ‘guitar’ vase, West Germany, c.1970.
By Roth Keramik
Located in Pymble, NSW
A very rare Roth Keramik glossy yellow and black lava glazed border ‘guitar’ vase, pattern number
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched yellow glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Brass

LAUFFER set of 32 "Design 10" 1978 Yellow Lexan Plastic Flatware by Don Wallance
By Lauffer, Don Wallance
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of Post Modern Flatware made of yellow colored Lexan designed by Don Wallance for Lauffer. Part
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Resin, Plastic

Mid-Century Majolica Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Ceramic Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Red and yellow cubic Sommerso ashtray by Seguso, Murano, Italy, 1970
By Seguso
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare red and yellow cubic Sommerso ashtray designed and manufactured for Seguso in
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Crystal

Red and yellow cubic Sommerso vase by Seguso, Murano, Italy, 1970
By Seguso
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare red and yellow cubic sommerso vase designed and manufactured for Seguso in Murano
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Yellow Glass

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Crystal

Organic Modern California Art Pottery Ashtray in Red, Orange, and Yellow
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Large vintage ceramic ashtray in retro bright orange, red, and yellow colors was made by one of
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Ceramic

Six Vintage Culver Rocks Glasses in the Gin Tonic Pattern
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-century set of 6 Culver double rocks glasses in the Gin & Tonic pattern. Each glass with yellow
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Glass

Chinese Hand Painted Yellow Floral Porcelain Famille Tea Pot
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Mid-20th-century Chinese hand-painted yellow floral porcelain teapot, combining traditional
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Vintage Yellow Glass

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Porcelain

Pair of Hammered Glass Gilt Iron Sconces by Biancardi, Italy, 1970s
By Biancardi Jordan
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of Mid-Century Modern wall lamps lights lighting sconces hammered glass, yellow glass and iron
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1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Yellow Glass

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Iron

"3064" Murano glass table lamp by Daniela Puppa for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1994
By Fontana Arte, Daniela Puppa
Located in Renens, CH
out with its minimalist elegance. It features two frosted white and yellow glass trapezoids on a
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched yellow glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Minor
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Brass

Antique Swedish Hand-Painted Decorative Three-Panel Glass Screen
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
-painted yellow glass panels are adorned with floral motifs in tones of green, white, blue, pink, and
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Glass, Wood

Yellow Cast Iron and Teak Trivet by Laurids Lonborg, Denmark, 1960s
By Laurids Lonborg
Located in Delft, NL
Yellow Cast Iron and Teak Trivet by Laurids Lonborg, Denmark, 1960s Measures: 16 cm wide The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Yellow Glass

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Iron

Nybro Armaturfabrik, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, green-lacquered metal and yellow glass pendant light produced by Nybro Aramturfabrik
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Metal, Brass

Spring Yellow Royal Copenhagen Glass Siena Table Lamp by Holmegaard, 1990
By Anne Grethe von Halling-Koch, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare color, classic piece. Large, elegant light yellow glass table lamp designed by Anne-Grethe von
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Metal

Yellow Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1950
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Yellow Majolica oyster plate longchamp, circa 1950. 11 plates available.
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1950s French French Provincial Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Orecchio vase in Murano glass, yellow and blue blown glass, Italy, 1970
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare "orecchio" vase designed and produced in Italy in the 1970s. Its ear-shaped sides give its name to this vase hand-blown by Italian master glassmakers on the island of...
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Yellow Glass

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Crystal

Mid-Century Swedish Space Age Yellow Melamin Tray, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Swedish Space Age Yellow Melamin Tray, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Heavy 1.6kg Glass "multicolor" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
very unique in its coloration in a mixture of red, yellow and clear glass tones. Pretty beautiful to be
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Murano Glass

Large 30cm 1.9kg Glass element bowl by Flavio Poli Attrib., Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Fratelli Toso, Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass bowl, element Origin: Murano, Italy Design: Flavio Poli attrib
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Murano Glass

Pipe in Murano in color yellow, 1950, Italian, Technique: Bubbles controlled
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Murano Glass

Set of 4 Chinoiserie Yellow Hemp Placemats with Double Happiness, Philippines
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
, and dyed in a rich bright yellow, this rectangular set of placemats will bring a bright pop of color
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Folk Art Vintage Yellow Glass

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Hemp

Vintage Invento Products Hall China Yellow Art Deco Twin Spout Divided Tea Pot
By Invento Products
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Invento Products Hall China Yellow Art Deco Twin Spout Divided Interior Tea Pot. Circa Mid
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Yellow and Green Lemon Salt and Pepper Shakers - A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of Mediterranean ceramic lemon motif salt and pepper shakers. This will be a great set to add to your dinner table at your next gathering! Dimensions: 2.25" Diameter 2.75" Tall
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Ceramic, Paint

Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Palermo, IT
Stunning Sommerso Murano faceted vase in Blue and Amber Yellow glass attributed to Mandruzzato
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Murano Glass

Yves Saint Laurent long ear clips gold plated 1980s, green enameled, glass ston
By Alber Elbaz for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Stuttgart, DE
inverted drop in red. The diamond above is enameled in black with a yellow semicircular yellow glass stone
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Yellow Glass

Murano Glass "Multi-Color" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
blue, yellow and clear glass tone. Pretty beautiful to be used as jewelry bowl, vide-poche or ashtray
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, yellow glass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Fabric, Glass

Italian Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster-painted yellow glass, brass and metal pendant light designed and produced in Italy, c
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Metal, Brass

Butter Dish, Ceramic in the Style of Quimper, Yellow Color, France, circa 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
. It is made of white and yellow and blue ceramic.
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1950s French French Provincial Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Hollywood Regency Yellow and Lucite Ice Bucket with Acrylic Handle and Lid
By Georges Briard
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A bright yellow and lucite Hollywood Regency ice bucket or wine cooler. This bucket looks like it
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Vintage Yellow Glass

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Fabric, Plastic, Acrylic, Lucite

Pitcher in Ceramic from France Yellow Color Shape Man Face France 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Pitcher is made of ceramic, with a very original shape. It is Yellow in color, and was created
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Large Murano Glass "Floral" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
coloration mixture of blue, yellow, clear glass tone. Pretty beautiful to be used as jewelry bowl, vide-poche
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Wall Sconce in two rows and colors
By Poliarte
Located in Morazzone, Varese
strong nickel wall mounting and thick shiny Murano glass rods. There are seven amber-yellow glass rods
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Nickel

Yellow and Green Ceramic Corn King Corn Husk Serving Bowls, Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four ceramic corn side dishes in yellow and green. A fabulous way to add interest to a
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Ceramic, Paint

Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow glass wall light, designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Brass

Vintage Collectible Retro Highball Spaghetti Tumblers Set of 3 Blue and Yellow
By Fred Press
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
yellow gold and powder blue spaghetti drizzle drinking glasses. Fantastic midcentury set of 3, barware
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Glass

Massimo Vignelli for Heller, Italy, a Set of 4 Plates in Yellow Melamine
Located in København, Copenhagen
Massimo Vignelli for Heller, Italy. A set of 4 plates in yellow melamine. 1970/80s. Stackable
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Other

Massimo Vignelli for Heller, Italy, a Set of 6 Plates in Yellow Melamine
Located in København, Copenhagen
Massimo Vignelli for Heller, Italy. A set of 6 plates in yellow melamine. 1970/80s. Stackable
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Other

Massimo Vignelli for Heller, Italy, a Set of 8 Plates in Yellow Melamine
Located in København, Copenhagen
Massimo Vignelli for Heller, Italy. A set of 8 plates in yellow melamine. 1970/80s. Stackable
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Other

Narrow long necked vase in yellow glaze by Eva Stæhr Nielsen for Saxbo, Denmark
By Eva Stæhr Nielsen, Saxbo
Located in København K, 84
swaying in a gentle breeze. The choice of a pale yellow glaze adds a soft and ethereal quality to the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Seguso Murano Red White Opalescent Geode Art Glass Bowl
By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vetri d'Arte, Italy 1950s. Opal white, red and yellow glass cased into clear glass using the Sommerso
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Set of 3 Enameled on Copper Yellow Midcentury California Design Low Bowls
By Ellamarie Jackson Woolley
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice set of 3 enameled on copper in yellow circa 1960s, California design. Egg shape very cool
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

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Copper, Enamel

Flavio Poli Pair of Faceted Small Bowls Murano Glass for Seguso 1960
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Paris, IDF
submerged into yellow glass, finished with clear glass. It is quite large, oval shaped, and has a wonderful
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

small yellow cube form wall unit element by Mathieu Matégot attrib., France 1950
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
solid metal with a hole pattern in original yellow paint. Straightforward and Minimalistic design of the
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Yellow Glass

Materials

Metal

Chanel earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal clip-on earrings with yellow glass paste. Condition: Very
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1990s French Vintage Yellow Glass

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Vintage Yellow Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of vintage yellow glass on 1stDibs. A piece of vintage yellow glass — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of vintage yellow glass — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of vintage yellow glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of vintage yellow glass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Cenedese, Venini and Gino Vistosi are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Yellow Glass?

A piece of vintage yellow glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $774, while the lowest priced sells for $35 and the highest can go for as much as $6,945.
Questions About Vintage Yellow Glass
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.