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19th Century Glassware

19th Century Glassware with Gold Inclusions and Chinese Decor
19th Century Glassware with Gold Inclusions and Chinese Decor

19th Century Glassware with Gold Inclusions and Chinese Decor

Located in Marseille, FR

19th century glassware with gold inclusions and Chinese decoration, 11 cm high and about 10 cm in

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Antique 19th Century Glass

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Glass

Antique Emhart Cut Glass Lidded Compote C1840
Antique Emhart Cut Glass Lidded Compote C1840

Antique Emhart Cut Glass Lidded Compote C1840

$760Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.75 in W 7 in D 7 in

Antique Emhart Cut Glass Lidded Compote C1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

example of 19th-century glassware, likely used for serving or display purposes. X

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Antique Mid-19th Century Glass

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Glass

Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, 16 cm
Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, 16 cm

Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, 16 cm

Located in Greven, DE

artists and craftsmen. Today, antique 19th century glassware from France is prized by collectors and

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Glass

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Glass

Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1900s, France, Green Coloured Glass, 15 cm
Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1900s, France, Green Coloured Glass, 15 cm

Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1900s, France, Green Coloured Glass, 15 cm

Located in Greven, DE

artists and craftsmen. Today, antique 19th century glassware from France is prized by collectors and

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Glass

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Glass

3 Bohemian Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, Crystal Glass
3 Bohemian Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, Crystal Glass

3 Bohemian Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, Crystal Glass

Located in Greven, DE

artists and craftsmen. Today, antique 19th century glassware from France is prized by collectors and

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Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Glass

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Glass

Set Of 5 Royal Blue Liqueur Glasses, 1880s, France, Crystal Glass
Set Of 5 Royal Blue Liqueur Glasses, 1880s, France, Crystal Glass

Set Of 5 Royal Blue Liqueur Glasses, 1880s, France, Crystal Glass

Located in Greven, DE

beautiful diamond and fan pattern. In 19th century France, the art of glassmaking experienced a

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Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Glass

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Glass

19th Century Victorian Rosewood Liquor Cave with Crystal Decanters & Glassware
19th Century Victorian Rosewood Liquor Cave with Crystal Decanters & Glassware

19th Century Victorian Rosewood Liquor Cave with Crystal Decanters & Glassware

Located in Tarry Town, NY

This 19th century Victorian rosewood cave à liqueur is an elegant example of decorative and

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Antique Early 19th Century English Victorian Barware

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Crystal, Brass

Antique 19th Century Bohemian Overlay Glassware Red Bottle
Antique 19th Century Bohemian Overlay Glassware Red Bottle

Antique 19th Century Bohemian Overlay Glassware Red Bottle

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Made by the Bohemian Art Glass manufacturers of the 19th Century, this, Cut-to-Clear red glass

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Antique Late 19th Century Czech Bohemian Bottles

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Glass, Art Glass, Opaline Glass

19th Century Bohemian Amber Cut-To-Clear Crystal Glassware Set
19th Century Bohemian Amber Cut-To-Clear Crystal Glassware Set

19th Century Bohemian Amber Cut-To-Clear Crystal Glassware Set

$1,000Sale Price / set|50% Off

H 12 in Dm 4 in

19th Century Bohemian Amber Cut-To-Clear Crystal Glassware Set

Located in Toronto, CA

This is an exquisite collection of Bohemian amber cut-to-clear crystal from the nineteenth century

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Antique 19th Century Czech Louis XVI Glass

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Glass

Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Vase
Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Vase

Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Made by the Bohemian Art Glass manufacturers of the 19th Century, transparent glass with white

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Antique Mid-19th Century Bohemian Vases

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Gold

Baccarat. Louis XVI style 43-piece glassware, France, mid-19th century
Baccarat. Louis XVI style 43-piece glassware, France, mid-19th century

Baccarat. Louis XVI style 43-piece glassware, France, mid-19th century

$27,210Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 6.3 in Dm 3.31 in

Baccarat. Louis XVI style 43-piece glassware, France, mid-19th century

By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

43-piece French glassware set from Baccarat, 19th century. According to references from the 1916

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Crystal Serveware

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Crystal

Pair of Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Dishes
Pair of Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Dishes

Pair of Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Dishes

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Made by the Bohemian Art Glass manufacturers of the 19th Century, transparent glass with white

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Antique Late 19th Century Czech Bohemian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Art Glass, Cut Glass, Opaline Glass

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service
English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

By Webb and Corbett

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th century English etched floral design with swirl green holding stem crystal barware

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Barware

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Crystal

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service
English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th century English etched floral design with swirl green holding stem crystal barware

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Barware

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Crystal

Collection of Bohemian White Cut-Out Glassware
Collection of Bohemian White Cut-Out Glassware

Collection of Bohemian White Cut-Out Glassware

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A grouping of six Bohemian Art Glass glasses.

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Antique 19th Century Czech Bohemian Glass

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Glass

Set of 48 French Victorian Crystal Etched Glassware Set
Set of 48 French Victorian Crystal Etched Glassware Set

Set of 48 French Victorian Crystal Etched Glassware Set

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 48 French crystal glasses with etched floral and sunburst design (7 drinking, 10 wine , 6 champagne, 8 water with stem, 9 liquor with stem, 8 shot) (PRICED AS SET)

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Crystal Serveware

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Crystal

Antique French Cut Crystal Decanter & Glass Set, 19th Century
Antique French Cut Crystal Decanter & Glass Set, 19th Century

Antique French Cut Crystal Decanter & Glass Set, 19th Century

$3,152Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 11.42 in Dm 4.73 in

Antique French Cut Crystal Decanter & Glass Set, 19th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite 19th-century French crystal glassware set showcases timeless elegance and refined

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Antique Early 19th Century French Glass

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Crystal

Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Gilded Glass Decanter, 19th Century
Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Gilded Glass Decanter, 19th Century

Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Gilded Glass Decanter, 19th Century

Located in Rostock, MV

glassmaking. This carafe represents a museum-quality example of mid-19th century European luxury glassware

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Antique Mid-19th Century Glass

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Crystal, Enamel

Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Gilded Glass Drinks Set, 19th Century
Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Gilded Glass Drinks Set, 19th Century

Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Gilded Glass Drinks Set, 19th Century

Located in Rostock, MV

example of mid-19th century European luxury glassware showcasing Bohemian glass artistry. Height of

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Antique Mid-19th Century Glass

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Crystal

Antique 19th Century French Baccarat Pink and White Opaline Crystal Covered Bowl
Antique 19th Century French Baccarat Pink and White Opaline Crystal Covered Bowl

Antique 19th Century French Baccarat Pink and White Opaline Crystal Covered Bowl

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

. During the 19th century, the firm produced luxury glassware and decorative objects favored by European

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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Decorative Bowls

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Opaline Glass

Antique Victorian Collection Set 8 Etched Glass Drink Wine Glasses Goblets
Antique Victorian Collection Set 8 Etched Glass Drink Wine Glasses Goblets

Antique Victorian Collection Set 8 Etched Glass Drink Wine Glasses Goblets

Located in Greven, DE

19th century, a period when glassware became increasingly elegant as advances in glassmaking enabled

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Glass

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Glass

Antique Gilt and Coraline Glass Decanters Wine Glasses and Champagne Coupes
Antique Gilt and Coraline Glass Decanters Wine Glasses and Champagne Coupes

Antique Gilt and Coraline Glass Decanters Wine Glasses and Champagne Coupes

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful antique (late 19th century) hand-blown glassware set including two decanters, 11

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Glass

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Glass

Pair of Antique Tincture Bottles, English, Glass Apothecary Jars, Georgian, 1800
Pair of Antique Tincture Bottles, English, Glass Apothecary Jars, Georgian, 1800

Pair of Antique Tincture Bottles, English, Glass Apothecary Jars, Georgian, 1800

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

example of early 19th century chemist's glassware, these antique tincture bottles offer fine detail

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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Bottles

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Glass

Original Mary Gregory Cobalt Blue Glass Vase  "Ice Children" Collection
Original Mary Gregory Cobalt Blue Glass Vase  "Ice Children" Collection

Original Mary Gregory Cobalt Blue Glass Vase "Ice Children" Collection

By Mary Gregory

Located in Praha, CZ

collectibility. A standout item for any serious collector of 19th-century enamel glassware.

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Antique 1880s American Victorian Vases

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Glass

Antique Enamelled Glass Decanter & Glasses By J & L Lobmeyr, Vienna Late 19th.C
Antique Enamelled Glass Decanter & Glasses By J & L Lobmeyr, Vienna Late 19th.C

Antique Enamelled Glass Decanter & Glasses By J & L Lobmeyr, Vienna Late 19th.C

By J.L Lobmeyr

Located in Bristol, GB

with the Lobmeyr monogram logo. Dating from the late 19th Century period, circa 1870s. The glassware

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Antique 1870s Austrian Renaissance Glass

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Enamel

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Early 19th century Diamond Cut small Crystal Decanter Handcut Voneche Belgium
Early 19th century Diamond Cut small Crystal Decanter Handcut Voneche Belgium

Early 19th century Diamond Cut small Crystal Decanter Handcut Voneche Belgium

Located in Antwerpen, BE

piece exemplifies the luxury and sophistication of early 19th-century glassware. Add a touch of

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Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Georgian Bottles

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Blown Glass

Lobmeyr Moser Austrian Enameled Etched Flower Garden Luncheon 34pc Set
Lobmeyr Moser Austrian Enameled Etched Flower Garden Luncheon 34pc Set

Lobmeyr Moser Austrian Enameled Etched Flower Garden Luncheon 34pc Set

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Tulsa, OK

This is the most beautiful 19th century hand painted enameled floral glassware set. I am

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Antique 1880s Austrian Victorian More Dining and Entertaining

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Crystal

Set of French 19th Century Glassware
Set of French 19th Century Glassware

Set of French 19th Century Glassware

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H 6.88 in Dm 2.88 in

Set of French 19th Century Glassware

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Set of eight French glasses, circa 1840. Rummer style glasses with short stems and cut pattern around the bottom of the bowls.

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Antique 19th Century French Other Glass

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Glass

Saint-Louis "Thistle Gold” Whisky Service '12 Whisky Tumbler'
Saint-Louis "Thistle Gold” Whisky Service '12 Whisky Tumbler'

Saint-Louis "Thistle Gold” Whisky Service '12 Whisky Tumbler'

By Saint Louis

Located in Prato, Tuscany

the shareholding of the famous Maison, decided to bring back to life the 19th-century glassware by

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Crystal Serveware

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Crystal

18-19th Century, Manalai, Birmania, Gilded Wood with Glassware Inlays Standing
18-19th Century, Manalai, Birmania, Gilded Wood with Glassware Inlays Standing

18-19th Century, Manalai, Birmania, Gilded Wood with Glassware Inlays Standing

Located in Mexico City, MX

One of the figures that have impacted me –among the religions I have had the joy of approaching, studying or even living– is undoubtedly the Lord Buddha. This figure reminds me of th...

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Antique 19th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

Moser Glassware Set of 11
Moser Glassware Set of 11

Moser Glassware Set of 11

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H 3.75 in Dm 3.25 in

Moser Glassware Set of 11

By Moser Glassworks

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Set of 11 perfectly rare Moser glasses with a quatrefoil shape. Hand blown with heavily applied gold decoration, each has a crest and monogram.

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Antique 19th Century Czech Belle Époque Glass

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Glass

Two Mary Gregory Hand Painted Cameo  Blue Glassware
Two Mary Gregory Hand Painted Cameo  Blue Glassware

Two Mary Gregory Hand Painted Cameo Blue Glassware

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully painted turquoise glasses with white cameos of small children. The tumbler features a small boy and the stemware features a small girl. Slight chip on the rim of the stem...

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Antique 19th Century German Glass

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set
Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

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H 14.5 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

Located in New York, NY

Our ormolu bronze tantalus in the Louis XV/XVI style includes three original decanters with stoppers and petite cordial glasses.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Tableware

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Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set
French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

Located in New York, NY

French Louis XVI style gilt bronze tantalus and glassware set with four decanters and sixteen

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Crystal Serveware

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Bronze

Fritz Heckert 19th Century Bohemian Enameled Goblet Set of 4
Fritz Heckert 19th Century Bohemian Enameled Goblet Set of 4

Fritz Heckert 19th Century Bohemian Enameled Goblet Set of 4

By Fritz Heckert

Located in Victoria, BC

glassmaker renowned for his detailed hand-painted designs. Each goblet is a striking example of 19th-century

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Antique Late 19th Century Glass

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Blown Glass

Antique Pair of French Rose Opaline Gilded Glass Vases, 19th Century
Antique Pair of French Rose Opaline Gilded Glass Vases, 19th Century

Antique Pair of French Rose Opaline Gilded Glass Vases, 19th Century

Located in Rostock, MV

pair of opaline vases showcasing the exquisite artistry of 19th-century French opaline glassware. The

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Antique Late 19th Century Vases

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Art Glass, Opaline Glass

Fritz Heckert 19th Century Bohemian Enameled Goblet Set of 13
Fritz Heckert 19th Century Bohemian Enameled Goblet Set of 13

Fritz Heckert 19th Century Bohemian Enameled Goblet Set of 13

By Fritz Heckert

Located in Victoria, BC

Fritz Heckert Bohemian Enameled Goblet Set of 13 – 19th Century Luxury Glassware This exquisite

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Antique 1890s European Glass

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Blown Glass

Bristol Glass Wine/Decanter Set
Bristol Glass Wine/Decanter Set

Bristol Glass Wine/Decanter Set

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A 19th century English set of glassware in cobalt blue glass comprising two lidded decanters, six

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Tableware

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Glass

Pair of Antique Bohemian Enameled Gilt Art Glass, Attributed to Moser
Pair of Antique Bohemian Enameled Gilt Art Glass, Attributed to Moser

Pair of Antique Bohemian Enameled Gilt Art Glass, Attributed to Moser

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Forney, TX

, exquisitely decorated polychrome enamel and partial gilt, dating to the turn of the 19th-20th century

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Early 20th Century Bohemian Glass

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Art Glass

Collection of Bohemian Cobalt Cut Out Glassware
Collection of Bohemian Cobalt Cut Out Glassware

Collection of Bohemian Cobalt Cut Out Glassware

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A grouping of six Bohemian Art Glass glasses.

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Antique 19th Century Czech Bohemian Glass

Austrian Enamel Table Glassware, Lobmeyr, circa 1890
Austrian Enamel Table Glassware, Lobmeyr, circa 1890

Austrian Enamel Table Glassware, Lobmeyr, circa 1890

By J.L Lobmeyr

Located in New York, NY

Pair of large water jugs, one smaller jug, pair of vases, decanter and stopper, liquor decanter and stopper, four liquor glasses, twelve water glasses, twelve champagne, eight wine g...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Tableware

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Glass

Collection of 19th and 20th Century Laboratory Glassware
Collection of 19th and 20th Century Laboratory Glassware

Collection of 19th and 20th Century Laboratory Glassware

Located in Raalte, NL

Collection of seven different laboratory glassware from the 19th and 20th centuries including a

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20th Century European Scientific Instruments

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Glass

Fine Victorian Engraved Glassware
Fine Victorian Engraved Glassware

Fine Victorian Engraved Glassware

Located in London, GB

A fine set of Victorian Grape and Vine engraved cut Crystal glassware. Consists of a pair of

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Antique 19th Century English Barware

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Crystal

Antique Black Forest Brienz Bear Tantalus & Glassware, Bar Set
Antique Black Forest Brienz Bear Tantalus & Glassware, Bar Set

Antique Black Forest Brienz Bear Tantalus & Glassware, Bar Set

Located in South Coast, CA

Oversized and absolutely fabulous mid-late 19th century Victorian era Black Forest hand-carved 19.5

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Antique 19th Century Barware

19th Century Red Cabochon Liquor Service by Moser
19th Century Red Cabochon Liquor Service by Moser

19th Century Red Cabochon Liquor Service by Moser

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H 14.75 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in

19th Century Red Cabochon Liquor Service by Moser

By Moser Glassworks

Located in Pasadena, CA

stem of the decanter. A fine quality example of 19th century Moser glassware. Each cordial is 5.75

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Barware

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Glass

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9 Art Nouveau Aperitif Glasses, 1900s, France, Crystal Glass With Gold Decor

Located in Greven, DE

A beautiful set of nine aperitif or so called bistrot glasses with golden details, France, around 1900. At the turn of the 20th century, the French culture of fine dining and social...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Glass

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Glass

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19th Century Glassware For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 19th century glassware on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, crystal and cut glass. There are many kinds of the piece of 19th century glassware you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of 19th century glassware is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made choice in our collection of 19th century glassware over the years, but those crafted by J. & L. Lobmeyr are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for a piece of 19th century glassware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $700 and can go as high as $100,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,798.
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    British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
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    The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
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    What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
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    A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
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    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
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    At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.