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How do I identify cameo glass?

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How do I identify cameo glass?
To identify cameo glass, tilt the piece and study how the light reflects off it. Imitations are often very glossy and reflective, while genuine cameo glass has a much subtler, softer sheen. You can also search your piece for a maker's mark and then utilize online resources to determine who produced it and if it was known for making cameo glass. Some companies and workshops that manufactured cameo glassware include Thomas Webb and Sons, which often used a “GEM CAMEO” maker's mark; Emile Gallé, which used its brand name on a paper label or as an etching directly onto the glass; and Verrerie Schneider, which utilized its name or the word “CHARDER” as a marking. When in doubt about your glassware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cameo glass.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Richard Loetz Cameo glass vase/night light C1920
By Loetz Glass
Located in Devon, GB
Richard cameo glass vase/nightlight C1910. Included is the original pierced brass night light
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass

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Galle Cameo Glass Floral Vase
By Galle Art Glass
Located in Sarasota, FL
Galle cameo glass floral design. Dark and brown tones. Fine etching of the floral detail.
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases

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Glass

Galle cameo glass aquatic vase C1908
By Émile Gallé
Located in Devon, GB
Galle cameo glass aquatic vase with lily pads, water lilies bullrushes and aquatic grasses Signed
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Glass

Daum Cameo Glass Large Lily Flower Vase
By Daum
Located in Sarasota, FL
Daum cameo glass lily flower impressive vase. Very fine finish Signed in cameo. Good polished
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Tall Galle floral cameo glass vase C1910
By Émile Gallé
Located in Devon, GB
Tall and slender floral Galle cameo glass vase Multi layered vase signed Galle in the cameo The
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Glass

Galle cameo glass Chrysanthemum vase C1925
By Émile Gallé
Located in Devon, GB
Galle cameo glass Chrysanthemum vase A very beautiful bulbous shaped vase having four chrysanthemum
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

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Glass

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