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What is amber glass?
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Amber glass is a dark-stained glass that is obtained by adding iron, sulphur and carbon to the molten glass mixture. This gives it the characteristic dark hue. Amber glass in bottle-making is used to protect sensitive contents from sunlight. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary amber glass items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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Amber Glass Cake Stand
Located in Bradenton, FL
A round amber glass cake stand with a pierced braided edge. The pedestal base is reeded giving a
Category
Mid-20th Century Platters and Serveware
Materials
Glass
Amber Glass Vase
Located in Richmond, VA
Stunning, amber glass vase with curved side detail. Made in Czechoslovakia.
Category
20th Century Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Pair of Amber Glass Bottles with Stoppers
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of amber glass bottles with stoppers.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Glass
Materials
Glass
Bohemian Amber Glass Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel frame with five amber glass arms and amber glass shades and large glass plate. Fitted with
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
1890s Amber Glass Lantern
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1890s Amber glass lantern. Originally a gas lantern.
Category
Antique 1890s Lanterns
Materials
Iron, Tin
Bolla Wine Amber Glass Ashtrays - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Bolla wine amber glass ashtrays. Each ashtray has three cigarette rests and 'Bolla' in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays
Materials
Glass
