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How do I identify vintage barware?

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How do I identify vintage barware?
To identify vintage barware, examine the bases and interiors of items, looking for maker's markings. By matching these hallmarks to images published on trusted online resources, you can typically identify the maker and then conduct additional research to learn when it produced similar pieces. To be considered vintage, barware must be between 20 and 99 years old, as items at least 100 years old are antiques. If you can't find a maker's marking or run into any difficulties with your research, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Explore an assortment of vintage barware on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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Silver Plate and Crystal Barware Cocktail Martini Pitcher with Stirrer Spoon
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christofle designed and crafted this elegant barware Martini cocktail pitcher in France, circa 1940. The modernist bar mixer features a molded crystal jug topped with a silver plate,...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

Green Coupe Glasses - Set of 6
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 6 vintage coupe glasses with a cubist design in green glass. Made in the Whitehall pattern by Indiana Glass. Perfect for wine or champagne. Smooth interiors.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Charming Carved Walnut Castle Form Liquor Cabinet, Late 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Carved Walnut Castle Form Liquor Cabinet, Late 19th Century This whimsical and architecturally inspired castle-form cabinet is a charming example of late 19th-century craftsmanship,...
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Antique Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Barware

Materials

Walnut

German Porcelain Plates Blue Gold Greek Key, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful pair of German porcelain appetizer plates with gold Greek-Key design, from Hutschenreuther, Germany, circa early-20th century. A beautiful pair: size is bread or app...
Category

Early 20th Century German Barware

Materials

Gold

1970s Cocktail Shaker by Gio Ponti for Fratelli Calderoni. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s amazing Italian Cocktail Shaker by Gio Ponti for F.lli Calderoni, in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Dimensions: Diameter 2,75 x 9,05 height inches Dimensions: Diameter cm...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Chrome and Macassar Wood Cocktail Picks, Lady at the Bar, circa 1930
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Art Deco Cocktail Picks Ensemble with Macassar Wood Bar and Lady Figurine Improve your barware private collection with this exquisite Art Deco cocktail picks set, masterfull...
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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