1940s Glassware
Vintage Butter Dish of Glass Art Deco, Italy, 1940s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage butter dish made of glass - clear with timeless design, Art Deco - Italy 1940s - antique
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Cut Crystal Cocktail Shaker with Silver-Plated Top
Located in North Charleston, SC
. Both decorative and functional, it embodies the refined elegance of European barware from the 1940s–60s
Category
Mid-20th Century Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Recent Sales
Set of 24 French 1940s Etched Crystal Glassware
Located in Doylestown, PA
A nice set of 24 stem glasses in three sizes, circa 1940, French crystal
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Crystal Serveware
Materials
Glass
Estate English Mahogany Hidden Surprise Bar with Cut Crystal Barware, circa 1940
Located in New Orleans, LA
on casters, circa 1940's. Includes cut crystal glassware and smoker's box with lock and key. This one
Category
Early 20th Century English Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Crystal
H 31 in W 20.5 in D 16 in
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1940s Glassware For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of 1940s glassware you’re looking for. Frequently made of glass, metal and wood, every item from our selection of 1940s glassware was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of 1940s glassware — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of 1940s glassware, designed in the Art Deco, mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of 1940s glassware over the years, but those crafted by Kaj Franck, Dorothy Thorpe and Daum are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1940s Glassware?
Prices for a piece of 1940s glassware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $99 and can go as high as $60,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.
Questions About 1940s Glassware
- What is Culver glassware?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Culver glassware is made by Culver Ltd., a glass manufacturer from Brooklyn, New York. The company produced more than 75 different glassware patterns with a mid-century style. Most of the earlier glassware featured gold gild, but they stopped doing that in the 1990s. In the mid 1990s the company was sold. Shop a collection of Culver glassware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is amber glassware?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Amber glassware is pale yellow glass, tinted with a mixture of sulfur and red iron oxide. In the 16th century, amber glassware was used as medicine bottles to help prevent the medication from deteriorating in light. You’ll find a variety of amber glassware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where is Culver glassware made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Culver glassware is made in numerous factories located throughout the U.S. Irving Rothenberg founded the company in 1939 in Brooklyn, New York. The company is best known for producing glassware decorated with real gold designs. Shop a collection of Culver glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Libbey Inc. glassware is based in Toledo, Ohio. However, their glassware is produced throughout the world, including the U.S., Mexico, China, Portugal and the Netherlands. Libbey glassware is distinctive in the mid-century modern style and vintage editions are popular among collectors. Browse a collection of vintage Libbey glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What a cabinet for glassware is called depends on its style. A large casegood with glass doors designed to hold glassware and dinnerware is a curio cabinet, while one intended to hold bar tools and bottles of liquor in addition to glasses is a bar cabinet. Shop a variety of cabinets from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To identify glassware markings, try snapping a photo with your smartphone or tablet. By performing a reverse image search, you may be able to quickly learn the maker. If this technique yields no results, consult trusted online resources or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide range of glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best crystal glassware, when held up to the light, has to have a 24 percent lead content, a dazzling reflecting quality, an overall clean look, a silver or silver/purple color, and a rainbow prism effect. It's more powerful, heavier, and smoother than your average glassware. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage crystal glassware.
- What is Irish glassware called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024Irish glassware isn't usually called by a special term. However, Irish glassmakers did employ materials that differed from those used by glassblowers on the European continent during the 18th century. They added calcined flints and pebbles to the molten glass and utilized lead oxide as a binding agent. As a result, the glass they produced could better reflect light once it was cut. This type of glass came to be known as lead glass or crystal. Find a wide range of Irish glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if old glassware is valuable, you can try conducting research using trusted online resources. Examine the glassware for a maker's mark and then learn through these resources about the manufacturer and the types of pieces that it produced. Then, explore historic sales prices for glassware that is similar to yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you with the valuation process. Shop a large selection of glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, some crystal glassware is worth something. When valuing crystal, the maker is one of the biggest determining factors, as pieces made by certain well-known brands are often highly sought after. Examples of acclaimed crystalware makers include Baccarat, Cristal D'Arques, Christofle, Daum, Gorham, Lalique, Orrefors, Steuben, Riedel and Waterford. Other characteristics that contribute to the potential selling price of crystal include age, style, type and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can help you determine how much your crystal collection is worth. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of crystal glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage Libbey glassware, search the piece for the maker's distinctive “L” logo. In order to be considered vintage, Libbey glassware must be between 20 and 99 years old. You can date your glassware by conducting research using trusted online resources and referring to characteristics that relate to your piece, such as its copyright marks and pattern. If you'd like assistance with the process, consider using the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Libbey glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Fred Press glassware, turn the piece over and examine the bottom. Nearly all pieces produced by the maker will bear a signature that reads "Fred Press." Patterns can also provide clues, as many Fred Press glasses feature real 22-karat gold paint. If you need help with the identification process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Fred Press glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023If you’re trying to determine the value of blue glassware, experts suggest you work with a certified appraiser. While certain trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, artwork or other item about which you may have questions, the prices or suggested value that you find as a result of conducting independent research may differ considerably from the information that you procure from a qualified professional, such as an antique dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, for example. On 1stDibs, find a variety of blue glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Whether Libbey glassware contains lead depends on the piece. The American glassmaker states on its website that all of its contemporary pieces are free of heavy metals, including lead, regardless of their country of origin. However, some vintage and antique glassware may have lead content. You can purchase an at-home lead testing kit to determine whether a particular piece has lead in it. Shop a collection of Libbey glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024How you clean Dorothy Thorpe glassware varies. For most pieces, experts recommend using a gentle dish soap, warm water and a soft sponge. After washing, be sure to dry the glassware thoroughly with a soft microfiber dishcloth. For pieces trimmed in silver, you can typically utilize silver polish to remove tarnishing. However, check the labels of all cleaning products to ensure that they are safe for use on glassware. Find a selection of Dorothy Thorpe serveware and glass on 1stDibs.
- Who made ruby red glassware?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Johann Kunckel von Löwenstern first made ruby red glassware sometime around 1679. However, he kept his technique a secret, so the glass didn't become mass-produced until the end of the 19th century when the Ehrenfeld Glassworks in Ehrenfeld, Germany, managed to uncover Kunckel von Löwenstern’s formula. On 1stDibs, shop a range of ruby red glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
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