What is the most sought-after milk glass?

There is no single most sought-after milk glass. Collectors often seek pieces made by certain companies, such as Fenton, Imperial, Kemple, L. E. Smith, Anchor Hocking and Westmoreland. Hobnail milk glass tends to be a popular choice, and floral trade vases and covered dishes with animal-shaped lids are favorites among collectors as well. Shop a selection of milk glass on 1stDibs.

How do you tell if milk glass is valuable?

To tell if milk glass is valuable, look at recent sales history on trusted online platforms to see what prices similar pieces have fetched. The maker, style, type, age and condition of an item will largely determine how much it is worth. Because there are so many examples of milk glass and many factors affect potential value, having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with the valuation process can be helpful. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of milk glass.

How do I identify Indiana milk glass?

To identify Indiana milk glass, familiarize yourself with the company's patterns. Two well-known examples are the Orange Blossom line of milk glass, which has an intricate raised floral motif, and the Princess range, which features alternating bands of crisscrossing and vertical lines. Most Indiana milk glass is unmarked, so you'll need to study the patterns on pieces to determine if the American manufacturer produced them. You can find images of Indiana milk glass on trusted online resources to compare to your piece. Because it can be difficult to make a positive identification without training and experience, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Indiana glass on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if milk glass is valuable?

To tell if milk glass is valuable, study its details closely. If you spot visible seams, called mold lines, it may indicate that your piece is older and potentially worth more than newer examples of milk glass. You can also look for labels and signatures and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced the milk glass based on these markings. From there, you can search for pieces similar to yours to get a rough idea of their value. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer inspect your glassware and give you an estimate. Find a variety of milk glass on 1stDibs.

How do you identify Westmoreland milk glass?

To identify Westmoreland milk glass, search your piece for a maker's mark. Pieces produced from the early 20th century through the 1940s will usually display a W inside a keystone. Those made between 1946 and 1981 typically feature an interlocked W and G, which stands for Westmoreland Glass. Newer items generally have the full Westmoreland name on them. Keep in mind that some early examples of Westmoreland milk glass may be unmarked. Usually, if you hold these pieces up to natural light, you will notice bright colors along the edge of the glass. They will also often produce a bell-like ringing sound when struck. If your piece has these characteristics, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can help confirm if it is a Westmoreland. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of milk glass.

What is a 1940s style dress?

The 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.

What dresses were popular in the 1940s?

A 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 did Ladies Wear in the 1940s?

In 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.

How do I know if my milk glass is worth anything?

To know if your milk glass is worth anything, you can take one of two approaches. One option is to conduct online research using trusted resources. Looking at historical prices for pieces similar to yours in terms of their age, maker, style, type and condition, you can often estimate how much your glassware is worth. For a more specific valuation, you can take the second approach and enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of milk glassware.

What were the ’70s glasses called?

What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.

Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?

Claire 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.

1940s Milk Glass

Day Bed Louis

Picasso Mother And Child

19th Century Erotic Art

Blue Depression Glass

Stein Georges

19th Century Wash Stand

16th Century Woodcuts

1910s Hat

Category

20th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Elegant Rosenthal Pompadour Sugar Bowl and Milk Jug, 1940s

H 5.52 in Dm 6.7 in

Sugar Bowl with a Milk Jug on a Tray, circa 1940s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Sugar bowl with a milk jug on a tray, circa 1940s. Dimensions: Sugar bowl: Height 10.5 cm / dia

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Tableware

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Sugar Bowl with a Milk Jug on a Tray, circa 1940s

H 4.14 in Dm 4.14 in

Amber & Milk Glass Murano Chandelier, 1940s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Elegant six-light venetian chandelier in amber-coloured glass, with milk glass bobeches and crimped

Category

Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Amber & Milk Glass Murano Chandelier, 1940s

H 30.32 in Dm 22.45 in

1940s Art Deco Conical Milk Glass & Chrome Pendant Light Streamline Modern

Located in Miami, FL

Sleek period streamline moderne light featuring a wide conical thick milk glass bowl with

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1940s Art Deco Conical Milk Glass & Chrome Pendant Light Streamline Modern

H 30 in Dm 20 in

Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Milk Glass, Metal, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of milk glass & metal sconces designed by Italian Designer, Italy, 1940s. Dimensions of

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Milk Glass, Metal, Italy, 1940s

H 9.68 in W 3.68 in D 2.5 in

Torch Wall Light in Gilt Iron with Milk Glass Globes, Spain 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Wall Sconce in Wrought Iron and Milk Glass, Spanish Revival Gothic Inspired Gothic revival gold

Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron

Torch Wall Light in Gilt Iron with Milk Glass Globes, Spain 1940s

H 10.83 in W 17.13 in D 6.7 in

Art Deco Moderne Milk Glass & Chrome Pendant Light Greek Key Motif, 1940s

Located in Miami, FL

Sleek period Streamline Moderne Light featuring a wide conical thick milk glass bowl with

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Vintage 1940s American Streamlined Moderne Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Moderne Milk Glass & Chrome Pendant Light Greek Key Motif, 1940s

H 22 in Dm 23 in

Milk Glass & Bakelite Flush Mounts, Bauhaus Era, Germany 1930s 1940s

By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

dome-shaped opaque white milk glass shades, which diffuse light softly, creating an elegant and clean

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Milk Glass, Bakelite

Milk Glass & Bakelite Flush Mounts, Bauhaus Era, Germany 1930s 1940s

H 6.7 in Dm 7.88 in

Fog & Mørup, 21 Arm "Tulip" Chandelier, Brass, Milk Glass, Denmark, 1940s

By Fog & Mørup

Located in High Point, NC

A 21-arm brass and milk glass chandelier designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Fog & Mørup, 21 Arm "Tulip" Chandelier, Brass, Milk Glass, Denmark, 1940s

H 32.75 in Dm 22.62 in

Large Floral Foliage Wall Light in Iron with 3 Milk Glass Globes, Spain, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Midcentury Foliage Floral Three-Light Wall Sconce in Wrought Iron with Milk Glass Globes Three

Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

Large Floral Foliage Wall Light in Iron with 3 Milk Glass Globes, Spain, 1940s

H 25.2 in W 15.75 in D 9.85 in

Yasha Heifetz Biomorphic Ash Table Lamp with Milk Glass Shade, 1940s

By Yasha Heifetz

Located in Bainbridge, NY

solid smooth sculpted ash biomorphic form with wide cylindrical brass neck and white milk glass liner

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Yasha Heifetz Biomorphic Ash Table Lamp with Milk Glass Shade, 1940s

H 25 in W 8 in D 6 in

Pair Nessen Studios 907 Brass Floor Lamps with Milk Glass Shades 1940s

By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Studio

Located in Bainbridge, NY

period White Milk Glass diffuser shades (8W x 5.5H) which replace feature photo glass shades. Fabric

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair Nessen Studios 907 Brass Floor Lamps with Milk Glass Shades 1940s

H 64.5 in Dm 11.5 in

Pair of Nickel-Plated Milk Glass Fixtures, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French circa 1940's nickel-plated milk glass light fixtures with original patina and and

Category

Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Nickel-Plated Milk Glass Fixtures, Sold Individually

H 36 in Dm 38 in

Gold Plated Red and Milk Glass Drop Clip On Earrings circa 1940s

Located in London, GB

Wonderful gold plated drop clip on earrings, featuring red and milk glass beads. Measuring length

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Vintage 1940s Drop Earrings

Gold Plated Red and Milk Glass Drop Clip On Earrings circa 1940s

L 2.16 in

Modern Swedish Brass and Glass Globe Chandelier, Sweden 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

complement different styles and interiors. Composed of brass and milk glass, a choice of material brilliant

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Modern Swedish Brass and Glass Globe Chandelier, Sweden 1940s

H 27.96 in Dm 25.2 in

Industrial Bakelite Wall or Ceiling Light, 1940's.

Located in Praha, CZ

- Industrial Bakelite Wall or Ceiling Light, 1940's. - shows signs of wear and age (scratches, etc

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Industrial Bakelite Wall or Ceiling Light, 1940's.

H 6.7 in Dm 12.6 in

Pair of Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixtures in Gilt Iron & Milk Glass, Nail Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

French 1940s-1950s sunburst light fixtures, milk glass, gilt iron Rare find Beautiful pieces placed

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Leaf, Metal, Iron

Pair of Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixtures in Gilt Iron & Milk Glass, Nail Design

H 3.94 in Dm 10.24 in

Miriam Haskell Milk Glass Flower Pendant Necklace

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Stunning Miriam Haskell Milk Glass Flower Pendant Necklace from the 1940's. Fluted milk glass beads

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Milk Glass Flower Pendant Necklace

Walter Von Nessen Style Brass Swing Arm Desk Lamp with Pale Green Shade, 1940's

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Bainbridge, NY

with extending and adjustable swing arm. extending to 16L. With original white smoothly ribbed Milk

Category

Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Walter Von Nessen Style Brass Swing Arm Desk Lamp with Pale Green Shade, 1940's

H 17.5 in Dm 12.5 in

Vintage Swedish Walnut and Burl Buffet with Glass Vitrine, 1940s

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

. The panes are made from milk glass with geometric pattern. The piece has original brass handles and

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Milk Glass, Walnut, Burl

Vintage Swedish Walnut and Burl Buffet with Glass Vitrine, 1940s

H 56.7 in W 78.75 in D 17.72 in

French Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Design, Gilt Iron and Milk Glass

Located in Barcelona, ES

Nail Design sunburst flush mount, gilt wrought iron, milk glass, France, 1940s-1950s. Hand-hammered

Category

20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

French Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Design, Gilt Iron and Milk Glass

H 3.94 in Dm 10.24 in

Vase Ercole Barovier iridescent shades in 1940's murano glass

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Palermo, IT

Production Italy 1960 ca. Vaso in vetro lattimo, corpo ovalizzato su piede cilindrico, bocca a punte con decoro a fili lungo il collo, base circolare. Blown glass workmanship. at thi...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Vase Ercole Barovier iridescent shades in 1940's murano glass

H 15.75 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in

Model "80114" Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light for Idman, Finland 1940s

By Paavo Tynell, Idman

Located in Utrecht, NL

the light it diffuses. Milk glass was a popular material for lighting fixtures in the 1940s, due in

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass

Model "80114" Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light for Idman, Finland 1940s

H 5.32 in Dm 11.82 in

Glass Flush Mounted Fixture

Located in New York, NY

A French circa 1940's octagonal gilt bronze and milk glass flush mounted light fixture with an

Category

Vintage 1940s American Flush Mount

Materials

Bronze

Glass Flush Mounted Fixture

H 7 in Dm 12 in

Rare Pair of Large Flush Mounts, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

. Metal with milk glass shades. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Rare Pair of Large Flush Mounts, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

H 7.49 in Dm 15.75 in

Pair of Large Wall Lights, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

milk glass domes. Manufacturers stamp. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large Wall Lights, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940s

H 21.66 in W 13.59 in D 16.93 in

Pair of Wall Lights, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

frame with milk glass lampshades. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with

Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Wall Lights, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

H 7.88 in W 5.12 in D 7.68 in

Barovier et Toso Attributed, 14 Pulegoso Leaves Reticello Bowl, 1940s, Murano

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

directions. Before Carlo Scarpa and Dino Martens works in the 1940s, reticello was made without bubbles in

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Barovier et Toso Attributed, 14 Pulegoso Leaves Reticello Bowl, 1940s, Murano

H 40.16 in Dm 24.41 in

Set of Art Deco Light Fixtures with Opaline Glass

Located in New York, NY

Set of five circa 1940s metal light fixtures with milk glass inset with original chrome finish

Category

Vintage 1940s Flush Mount

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Art Deco Light Fixtures with Opaline Glass

H 8 in Dm 14 in

Tulip Wall Sconces by Fog & Mørup, 1940s Brass Wall Lamps Milk-Glass Bulps

By Fog & Mørup

Located in Frederiksberg, DK

milk-glass bulbs in very good vintage condition! This fine example of Danish Art Deco style sconces

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Tulip Wall Sconces by Fog & Mørup, 1940s Brass Wall Lamps Milk-Glass Bulps

H 12.21 in W 7.88 in D 4.73 in

French Art Deco 1940's Modernist Six Light Ceiling Fixture

Located in Coral Gables, FL

shows the sleek smooth forms of the 1950’s. Constructed of brass and chrome with milk glass shades, the

Category

20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Chrome

French Art Deco 1940's Modernist Six Light Ceiling Fixture

H 21.5 in W 17 in D 12 in

Russel Wright Grey 'Nude' Form Ceramic Lamp, 1940s

By Russel Wright

Located in San Francisco, CA

on a black lacquered wood base and has a metal neck and a milk glass shade.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Russel Wright Grey 'Nude' Form Ceramic Lamp, 1940s

H 29.5 in W 5 in D 5 in

Milk Glass Pair Pendants, England, 1940s

Located in New York, NY

1940's English pair hexagonal shaped milk glass pendants. Mounted from a steel bar connecting the

Category

Vintage 1940s English Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Milk Glass Pair Pendants, England, 1940s

H 48 in Dm 18.5 in

French 1940s Single Light Pendant with Milk Glass Shade

Located in Santa Monica, CA

French 1940s Single Light Pendant with Milk Glass Shade. US wired

Category

Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

French 1940s Single Light Pendant with Milk Glass Shade

H 40 in Dm 14 in

1940s Ceiling Single Light Pendant with Milk Glass Shade

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

1940s Ceiling Single Light Pendant with Milk Glass Shade.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass

1940s Ceiling Single Light Pendant with Milk Glass Shade

H 5.12 in Dm 7.88 in

Pair of Danish Milk Glass and Brass Mounted Table Lamps, circa 1940s

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Danish milk glass and brass mounted table lamps, circa 1940s, each with a brass mounted

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Milk Glass

Pair of Danish Milk Glass and Brass Mounted Table Lamps, circa 1940s

H 25 in Dm 5.5 in L 25 in

Pair of Brass and Milk Glass Floral Milk Glass Wall Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of brass and milk glass floral milk glass wall sconces. Vintage brass 1940s wall sconces with

Category

20th Century Wall Brackets

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass and Milk Glass Floral Milk Glass Wall Sconces

H 15 in W 10 in D 10 in

Swedish Designer, Freeform Chandelier Light, Brass, Milk Glass, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A chandelier light, designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s-1950s. Features blown glass, and finely

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Freeform Chandelier Light, Brass, Milk Glass, Sweden, 1940s

H 22.64 in W 20.08 in D 16.93 in

1940s Cast Milk Glass Semi Flush Mount Light

Located in New York, NY

Opaque ribbed cast milk glass shades with a green enameled cast iron base circa 1940. Two available

Category

Vintage 1940s European Industrial Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

1940s Cast Milk Glass Semi Flush Mount Light

H 9 in Dm 11 in L 9 in

Vilhelm Lauritzen Wall Lights, Patinated Brass, Milk Glass, Louis Poulsen, 1940s

By Louis Poulsen, Vilhelm Lauritzen

Located in High Point, NC

Louis Poulsen in the 1940s-1950s. Made in several different variations and sizes.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Vilhelm Lauritzen Wall Lights, Patinated Brass, Milk Glass, Louis Poulsen, 1940s

H 9.45 in W 6.7 in D 10.24 in

1940s Set of Two Art Deco Chromed Metal and Milk Glass Wall Sconces

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Two stylish art deco wall sconces probably made in Italy in the Forties the milk glass and chromed

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

1940s Set of Two Art Deco Chromed Metal and Milk Glass Wall Sconces

H 11.42 in W 3.94 in D 5.91 in

Set of 3 Milk Glass Lanterns

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4, circa 1940s American milk glass and aluminum lanterns. Available at our showroom at 238

Category

Vintage 1940s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Set of 3 Milk Glass Lanterns

H 22.5 in Dm 18 in

Pair 1940's Faux Bamboo Floor Lamps

Located in Rochester, NY

metal sockets and milk glass inserts. circa 1940s. Look at all pictures and read condition report in

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair 1940's Faux Bamboo Floor Lamps

H 59 in W 10 in D 10 in

Pair of Milk GlassTable Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1940's French milk glass table lamps with brass hardware. 18" height of body. Located at

Category

Vintage 1940s French Table Lamps

Pair of Milk GlassTable Lamps

H 18 in

Large 1940s Stiffel Ceramic & Brass Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

original milk glass diffuser. From a collection designed by Edwin Cole for Stiffel.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large 1940s Stiffel Ceramic & Brass Lamp

H 37.25 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

Finnish Designer, Two Armed Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A two-armed pendant / chandelier light, designed and produced in Finland, 1940s. Features milk

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Finnish Designer, Two Armed Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s

H 29.14 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in

Scandinavian Modern Pendant, 1930/1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Scandinavian Modern pendant, 1930/1940s. Chromed metal frame with milk glass shades. Good vintage

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Modern Pendant, 1930/1940s

H 25.6 in W 16.54 in D 5.12 in

Large 1940s Stiffel Green Ceramic & Brass Lamp By Edwin Cole

Located in Chicago, IL

original milk glass diffuser. From a collection designed by Edwin Cole for Stiffel.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large 1940s Stiffel Green Ceramic & Brass Lamp By Edwin Cole

H 37.25 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

Old Finnish Pharmacy Table Lamps, 1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Old pharmacy table lamps from the 1940s. Metal with milk glass shades. Four lamps in total. Sold

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Old Finnish Pharmacy Table Lamps, 1940s

H 20.48 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Vintage Chandelier by Lidokov, 1940s

By Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - made of chrom, glass . original condition - fully funktional

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Chandelier by Lidokov, 1940s

H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 5.52 in

Set of English Leaded Glass Light Fixtures, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

A set of three circa 1940's English milk glass light fixtures with bronze chains five interior

Category

Vintage 1940s English Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Set of English Leaded Glass Light Fixtures, Sold Individually

H 16 in Dm 22 in

Art Deco Hand Painted Swedish Pendant, 1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Art Deco hand painted Swedish pendant from the 1940s. Hand painted milk glass shade, metal details

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Hand Painted Swedish Pendant, 1940s

H 21.66 in Dm 19.3 in

Yasha Heifetz Pair Sculptural Walnut Table Lamps, ca late 1940s / early 50s

By Heifetz, Yasha Heifetz

Located in Cathedral City, CA

This is a fabulous pair of biomorphic sculpted walnut table lamps with milk glass shades attributed

Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Yasha Heifetz Pair Sculptural Walnut Table Lamps, ca late 1940s / early 50s

H 27 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in

Pair of Paavo Tynell Flush Mount's, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Pair of Paavo Tynell flush mount's, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930/1940s. Milk glass. Good vintage

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Milk Glass

Pair of Paavo Tynell Flush Mount's, Taito Oy, 1930/1940s

H 5.32 in Dm 11.82 in

1940s Hobnail Milk Glass Lamps, a Pair

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Vintage pair of hobnail milk glass and brass lamps. Hollywood regency. 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1940s Hobnail Milk Glass Lamps, a Pair

H 12 in W 5 in D 5 in

English Milk Glass Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1940's English milk glass lantern with three interior candelabra lights. Measurements

Category

Vintage 1940s English Lanterns

Materials

Milk Glass

English Milk Glass Lantern

H 33 in Dm 14 in

Pair of Vintage Schoolhouse Milk Glass and Brass Pendant Lights, 1940s

Located in New York, NY

wiring. Milk glass globe shades are circa 1940s. Pair available here online. By request, pair can be

Category

20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Schoolhouse Milk Glass and Brass Pendant Lights, 1940s

H 35 in Dm 14 in

Swedish, Adjustable Desk Lights, Brass, Milk Glass, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of small table lamps / desk lights. With their original milk glass lampshades. Designed and

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Adjustable Desk Lights, Brass, Milk Glass, Sweden, 1940s

H 9.85 in W 7.68 in D 9.06 in

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1940s Milk Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of 1940s milk glass available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and milk glass. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of 1940s milk 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 1940s milk glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of 1940s milk glass over the years, but those crafted by American Cabinet Company, Far-Fetched, LLC. and Hans Bergström are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1940s Milk Glass?

The average selling price for a piece of 1940s milk glass at 1stDibs is $1,497, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $22,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About 1940s Milk Glass

What is the most sought-after milk glass?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
There is no single most sought-after milk glass. Collectors often seek pieces made by certain companies, such as Fenton, Imperial, Kemple, L. E. Smith, Anchor Hocking and Westmoreland. Hobnail milk glass tends to be a popular choice, and floral trade vases and covered dishes with animal-shaped lids are favorites among collectors as well. Shop a selection of milk glass on 1stDibs.
How do you tell if milk glass is valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell if milk glass is valuable, look at recent sales history on trusted online platforms to see what prices similar pieces have fetched. The maker, style, type, age and condition of an item will largely determine how much it is worth. Because there are so many examples of milk glass and many factors affect potential value, having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with the valuation process can be helpful. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of milk glass.
How do I identify Indiana milk glass?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify Indiana milk glass, familiarize yourself with the company's patterns. Two well-known examples are the Orange Blossom line of milk glass, which has an intricate raised floral motif, and the Princess range, which features alternating bands of crisscrossing and vertical lines. Most Indiana milk glass is unmarked, so you'll need to study the patterns on pieces to determine if the American manufacturer produced them. You can find images of Indiana milk glass on trusted online resources to compare to your piece. Because it can be difficult to make a positive identification without training and experience, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Indiana glass on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if milk glass is valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
To tell if milk glass is valuable, study its details closely. If you spot visible seams, called mold lines, it may indicate that your piece is older and potentially worth more than newer examples of milk glass. You can also look for labels and signatures and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced the milk glass based on these markings. From there, you can search for pieces similar to yours to get a rough idea of their value. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer inspect your glassware and give you an estimate. Find a variety of milk glass on 1stDibs.
How do you identify Westmoreland milk glass?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify Westmoreland milk glass, search your piece for a maker's mark. Pieces produced from the early 20th century through the 1940s will usually display a W inside a keystone. Those made between 1946 and 1981 typically feature an interlocked W and G, which stands for Westmoreland Glass. Newer items generally have the full Westmoreland name on them. Keep in mind that some early examples of Westmoreland milk glass may be unmarked. Usually, if you hold these pieces up to natural light, you will notice bright colors along the edge of the glass. They will also often produce a bell-like ringing sound when struck. If your piece has these characteristics, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can help confirm if it is a Westmoreland. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of milk glass.
What is a 1940s style dress?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
The 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.
What dresses were popular in the 1940s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A 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 did Ladies Wear in the 1940s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
In 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.
How do I know if my milk glass is worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
To know if your milk glass is worth anything, you can take one of two approaches. One option is to conduct online research using trusted resources. Looking at historical prices for pieces similar to yours in terms of their age, maker, style, type and condition, you can often estimate how much your glassware is worth. For a more specific valuation, you can take the second approach and enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of milk glassware.
What were the ’70s glasses called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.
Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Claire 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.
Who distributed Jean Paul Gaultier glasses in the mid-1990s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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