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Mid-century Crystal Decanter by Block c.1950
Mid-century Crystal Decanter by Block c.1950

Mid-century Crystal Decanter by Block c.1950

By Block Crystal

Located in San Francisco, CA

CREATOR Block Crystal. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of Four Cobalt Blue Crystal "Stocklhom" Glasses with Ice Bucket by Block
Set of Four Cobalt Blue Crystal "Stocklhom" Glasses with Ice Bucket by Block

Set of Four Cobalt Blue Crystal "Stocklhom" Glasses with Ice Bucket by Block

By Block Crystal

Located in San Diego, CA

Great set of four cobalt blue crystal "Stocklhom" highball glasses with ice bucket by Block Crystal of Krosno, Poland, circa 1980s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Block
Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Block

Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Block

By Block Crystal

Located in Milano, IT

Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Block Collectible set of 4 clear glass tumblers with silkscreen print of Campbell's Soup cans, a reinterpretation...

Category

1990s Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Block
Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Block

Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Block

By Block Crystal

Located in Milano, IT

Set of four glasses from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Series produced by Bolck Collectible set of 4 clear glass tumblers with silkscreen print of Campbell's Soup cans, a reinterpretation...

Category

1990s Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970
Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

By Pukeberg Sweden

Located in Paris, IDF

Crystal blocks table lamps a pair by Pukeberg Sweden 1970 Solid cast clear glass.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970
Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

By Pukeberg Sweden

Located in Paris, IDF

Crystal blocks table lamps a pair by Pukeberg Sweden 1970 Solid cast transparent glass.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Chiseled crystal glass block attr. Fontana Arte, Italy 1970
Chiseled crystal glass block attr. Fontana Arte, Italy 1970

Chiseled crystal glass block attr. Fontana Arte, Italy 1970

By Fontana Arte

Located in Renens, CH

Fontana Arte attr. chiseled crystal glass block, Italy, 1970 This beautiful crystal glass block rests on a square wooden base.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Set of Six French Crystal Champagne Coupes, Single-Piece Design with Duck Motifs
Set of Six French Crystal Champagne Coupes, Single-Piece Design with Duck Motifs

Set of Six French Crystal Champagne Coupes, Single-Piece Design with Duck Motifs

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Made from a single block of crystal, these glasses feature a seamless silhouette where the stem and bowl merge harmoniously, creating a sleek and contemporary aesthetic.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

Vintage German Lead Crystal Glass Block Vase, 1970s
Vintage German Lead Crystal Glass Block Vase, 1970s

Vintage German Lead Crystal Glass Block Vase, 1970s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage German Lead Crystal Glass Block Vase, 1970s, in Very Good conditions.

Category

20th Century German Vases

Materials

Glass

Late 20th Century Timeless glass sculpture ''Sail'' by Giorgio Berlini
Late 20th Century Timeless glass sculpture ''Sail'' by Giorgio Berlini

Late 20th Century Timeless glass sculpture ''Sail'' by Giorgio Berlini

By Cristal Arte, Giorgio Berlini

Located in Milano, IT

The result of 25 years of commitment and study of glass has allowed Berlini to create true works of art, authentic sculptures obtained from blocks of glass and crystal.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ice Crystal Block Glass Sconce Vintage German, 1960s RZB Leuchten
Ice Crystal Block Glass Sconce Vintage German, 1960s RZB Leuchten

Ice Crystal Block Glass Sconce Vintage German, 1960s RZB Leuchten

By RZB Leuchten

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Petite sconce manufactured by RZB Leuchten. It is a clear glass on a metal frame. The fixture has one European style E14 socket. It requires a European E14 candelabra bulb, up to 60 ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Ice Crystal Block Glass Sconce Vintage German, 1960s RZB Leuchten
Ice Crystal Block Glass Sconce Vintage German, 1960s RZB Leuchten

Ice Crystal Block Glass Sconce Vintage German, 1960s RZB Leuchten

By RZB Leuchten

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Petite sconce manufactured by RZB Leuchten. It is a clear glass on a metal frame. The fixture has one European style E14 socket. It requires a European E14 candelabra bulb, up to 40 ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Ruby Red Cut Crystal Block Vase Pair by VEB Ilmkristall, East Germany
Ruby Red Cut Crystal Block Vase Pair by VEB Ilmkristall, East Germany

Ruby Red Cut Crystal Block Vase Pair by VEB Ilmkristall, East Germany

By VEB

Located in Berlin, DE

Clear polished bases provide a sharp contrast to the saturated ruby-red crystal. The strong symmetry and block-like construction recall the geometric glass tradition of the early 20...

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Italian Crystal Glass Pendant Lamp with Nickel Frame, 1960s
Mid-Century Italian Crystal Glass Pendant Lamp with Nickel Frame, 1960s

Mid-Century Italian Crystal Glass Pendant Lamp with Nickel Frame, 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Elegant Italian pendant lamp from the 1960s, composed of multiple faceted crystal glass blocks mounted on a brushed nickel frame.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Nickel

Three Block Nanda Vigo, Acerbis 1979 table coffee
Three Block Nanda Vigo, Acerbis 1979 table coffee

Three Block Nanda Vigo, Acerbis 1979 table coffee

By Acerbis, Nanda Vigo

Located in Palermo, IT

Italian modernist sculptural coffee table Nanda Vigo, dating from the '79s The piece features a thick rectangular glass top resting on three geometric cubic bases of brushed steel a...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Crystal

Asymmetric Murano Sommerso Red & Blue Faceted Block Dish by Flavio Poli
Asymmetric Murano Sommerso Red & Blue Faceted Block Dish by Flavio Poli

Asymmetric Murano Sommerso Red & Blue Faceted Block Dish by Flavio Poli

By Flavio Poli, Seguso

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This sculptural piece features a vivid red core encased in a layer of cobalt blue, all captured within a thick block of perfectly clear crystal glass. The sharp, faceted lines combin...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso

Pair of Crystal Cube Pendants by Lustry Kamenický Šenov, 1970s
Pair of Crystal Cube Pendants by Lustry Kamenický Šenov, 1970s

Pair of Crystal Cube Pendants by Lustry Kamenický Šenov, 1970s

By Kamenicky Senov

Located in Praha, CZ

The sculptural shades are constructed from individual heavy pressed crystal glass blocks arranged into striking geometric cubes.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Other, Chrome

Pair of Bookends by Venini, Italy, 1960s
Pair of Bookends by Venini, Italy, 1960s

Pair of Bookends by Venini, Italy, 1960s

By Venini

Located in Milan, IT

Pair of bookends manufactured by Venini Murano. A solid crystal glass block is connected to a brass plate.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Wall Sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Squared Murano Tronchis
Pair of Wall Sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Squared Murano Tronchis

Pair of Wall Sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Squared Murano Tronchis

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Each fixture is composed of thick hand-blown Murano glass elements with a deeply textured, architectural surface resembling stacked ice blocks or carved crystal.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Fritz Kurz for Orrefors
Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Fritz Kurz for Orrefors

Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Fritz Kurz for Orrefors

By Fritz Kurz, Orrefors

Located in Karlstad, SE

Each lamp features a thick, heavily formed crystal-glass block mounted against a simple brass backplate.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

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Block Crystal Set of 4 Emerald Green Blown Goblets with Clear Bubble Glass Stems
Block Crystal Set of 4 Emerald Green Blown Goblets with Clear Bubble Glass Stems

Block Crystal Set of 4 Emerald Green Blown Goblets with Clear Bubble Glass Stems

By Block Crystal

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a "Hollywood Glam" late 20th century set of four emerald green Czech, hand-cut, mouth blown crystal wine or water goblets signed "Block Crystal." The color is beyond a bey...

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Virgo Optical Crystal Glass Block Handcut Zodiac Signs
Virgo Optical Crystal Glass Block Handcut Zodiac Signs

Virgo Optical Crystal Glass Block Handcut Zodiac Signs

Located in Nový Bor, CZ

Optical glass block characterized by absolute purity, handcut and polished and on one side panoramic cut for a better engraving effect. The engraving is made by the old technique of ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Bohemian Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Crystal Glass Block Hand Engraved Hercules
Crystal Glass Block Hand Engraved Hercules

Crystal Glass Block Hand Engraved Hercules

By Studio Moser

Located in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic

Crystals represent a typical combination of the perfection of Moser colors in complete symbiosis with a flawless cut. A new concept of geometry, a new direction for artistic object i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Crystal Green" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror
Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Crystal Green" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Crystal Green" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

By Jochen Lavéno Mangelsdorff

Located in Stockholm, SE

The glass-block is made of K9 crystal glass. The semi-opaque mirror glass cut by water-jet technique in Sweden.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass, Cut Glass, Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Crystal Clear" Glass with Half transparent Mirror
Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Crystal Clear" Glass with Half transparent Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Crystal Clear" Glass with Half transparent Mirror

By Jochen Lavéno Mangelsdorff

Located in Stockholm, SE

The glass-block is made of K9 crystal glass. The semi-opaque mirror glass cut by water-jet technique in Sweden.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Blue Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror
Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Blue Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Blue Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

By Jochen Lavéno Mangelsdorff

Located in Stockholm, SE

The glass-block is made of K9 crystal glass. The semi-opaque mirror glass cut by water-jet technique in Sweden.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass, Cut Glass, Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Black Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror
Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Black Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Black Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

By Jochen Lavéno Mangelsdorff

Located in Stockholm, SE

The glass-block is made of K9 crystal glass. The semi-opaque mirror glass cut by water-jet technique in Sweden.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass, Cut Glass, Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Pink Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror
Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Pink Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

Mirror Candle Holder "Spegla Pink Edition" Glass with Half Transparent Mirror

By Jochen Lavéno Mangelsdorff

Located in Stockholm, SE

The glass-block is made of K9 crystal glass. The semi-opaque mirror glass cut by water-jet technique in Sweden.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass, Cut Glass, Mirror

Pair Art Vases Murano Flavio Poli Red Orange Blue Glass Mandruzzato 1960 Italy
Pair Art Vases Murano Flavio Poli Red Orange Blue Glass Mandruzzato 1960 Italy

Pair Art Vases Murano Flavio Poli Red Orange Blue Glass Mandruzzato 1960 Italy

By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli

Located in Antwerpen, BE

Each vase is a stunning display of vibrant yellow, red, orange, and blue, capturing the essence of mid-century Italian glass artistry. The Sommerso technique creates beautiful color ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Ruby Red Mouthblown Glass Vase by Block
Ruby Red Mouthblown Glass Vase by Block

Ruby Red Mouthblown Glass Vase by Block

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H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 2 in

Ruby Red Mouthblown Glass Vase by Block

By Block Crystal

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and rare mouth-blown vase in ruby red color by Block in excellent condition no chips or cracks.

Category

20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of 4 Collectible Beverage Glasses After Andy Warhol
Set of 4 Collectible Beverage Glasses After Andy Warhol

Set of 4 Collectible Beverage Glasses After Andy Warhol

By Block Crystal, (after) Andy Warhol

Located in San Diego, CA

Great set of 4 beverage glasses after Andy Warhol circa 1980s made by Block, this set it's in like-new condition never used.

Category

20th Century North American Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970
Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

Crystal Blocks Table Lamps a Pair by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

By Pukeberg Sweden

Located in Paris, IDF

Crystal blocks table lamps a pair by Pukeberg Sweden 1970 Solid cast transparent glass.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Chrome Glass Crystal Block Square Lantern Fixture
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Chrome Glass Crystal Block Square Lantern Fixture

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Chrome Glass Crystal Block Square Lantern Fixture

Located in Roslyn, NY

Unusual glass crystal blocks form the edges of this Mid-Century Modern transitional lantern with nickel corners and the top canopy.

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Orrefors Glass Block Sconces
Orrefors Glass Block Sconces

Orrefors Glass Block Sconces

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H 7 in W 3 in D 2 in

Orrefors Glass Block Sconces

By Orrefors

Located in New York, NY

Modernist pair of glass block sconces with gold dust accent inclusions. Glass blocks mount onto brass backs. Rewired for use in the USA by an UL listed electrician. 60W max bulbs. Pr...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Brass

Paperweight-Crystal Ice Block-Signed by Bengt Edenfalk for Skruf Glass, Sweden
Paperweight-Crystal Ice Block-Signed by Bengt Edenfalk for Skruf Glass, Sweden

Paperweight-Crystal Ice Block-Signed by Bengt Edenfalk for Skruf Glass, Sweden

By Bengt Edenfalk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A great example of Scandinavian design from the 1970s. This paperweight would look great on any desk, but also very decorative on a shelf or occasional table. Bengt Edenfalk worked ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Attributed to Flavio Poli Sommerso Murano Glass Faceted Block Bowl, Italy, 1950
Attributed to Flavio Poli Sommerso Murano Glass Faceted Block Bowl, Italy, 1950

Attributed to Flavio Poli Sommerso Murano Glass Faceted Block Bowl, Italy, 1950

By Flavio Poli, Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in London, GB

The piece is sculpted from a substantial block of crystal-clear Murano glass, enclosing a vivid emerald green cased interior surrounded by a warm golden-yellow layer.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Pair of Orrefors Crystal Block and Brass Lamps
Pair of Orrefors Crystal Block and Brass Lamps

Pair of Orrefors Crystal Block and Brass Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of solid block crystal and brass lamps by Orrefors.

Category

20th Century Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Heavy Crystal Block Lamps by William Sonoma - pair
Heavy Crystal Block Lamps by William Sonoma - pair

Heavy Crystal Block Lamps by William Sonoma - pair

Located in San Francisco, CA

A hand-polished, solid crystal lamp with clean, modern lines. With polished nickel accents, base, and block finials; accented pull chains for two medium base sockets. 14.5" width x 7...

Category

2010s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Matte Gold & Teal Glass Drop Earrings With Crystal Pavé By Leslie Block, 1980s
Matte Gold & Teal Glass Drop Earrings With Crystal Pavé By Leslie Block, 1980s

Matte Gold & Teal Glass Drop Earrings With Crystal Pavé By Leslie Block, 1980s

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 2.5" x 1.2" - Satin gold plated - Encrusted with teal blue iridescent crystal rhinestones...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Fritz Kurz Crystal Glass Wall Lights for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
Fritz Kurz Crystal Glass Wall Lights for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s

Fritz Kurz Crystal Glass Wall Lights for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s

By Fritz Kurz, Orrefors

Located in Utrecht, NL

The lamps are made of a block of crystal glass on a chrome metal base. Unlike the name suggests, crystal glass doesn’t contain a crystalline structure.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Austrian Crystal Chandelier by Kalmar
Austrian Crystal Chandelier by Kalmar

Austrian Crystal Chandelier by Kalmar

Located in Astoria, NY

Two-tiered crystal chandelier featuring a chrome body with faceted-crystal glass blocks made by Kalmar, metal and glass, Austria, ca. 1950s.

Category

20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Clear Murano Glass Sculpture "Gli Amanti", The Lovers Hand Blown by Signoretti
Clear Murano Glass Sculpture "Gli Amanti", The Lovers Hand Blown by Signoretti

Clear Murano Glass Sculpture "Gli Amanti", The Lovers Hand Blown by Signoretti

Located in Florence, IT

Two stick figures locked in an embrace, carved from a single block of solid heavy crystal Murano Glass that shift beautifully with light.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Antonio Da Ros Vase Cenedese Murano Glass Sommerso Italy Venice 1960s
Antonio Da Ros Vase Cenedese Murano Glass Sommerso Italy Venice 1960s

Antonio Da Ros Vase Cenedese Murano Glass Sommerso Italy Venice 1960s

By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese

Located in Basel, BS

A rare crystal glass block vase by Antonio da Ros for Cenedese, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Fritz Kurz Set of 2 Swedish Leaf Shaped Wall Sconces for Orrefors, 1960s
Fritz Kurz Set of 2 Swedish Leaf Shaped Wall Sconces for Orrefors, 1960s

Fritz Kurz Set of 2 Swedish Leaf Shaped Wall Sconces for Orrefors, 1960s

By Fritz Kurz, Orrefors

Located in The Hague, NL

The lamps consist of a crystal glass block on a chrome metal bottom. The glass shade is beautifully leaf-shaped and spreads a beautiful cozy light when lit, giving the golden light f...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Swedish Midcentury Wall Lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Swedish Midcentury Wall Lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Swedish Midcentury Wall Lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Karlstad, SE

The lamps consist of a crystal glass block fixtured on a brass bottom. 5 pieces available.      

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Karlstad, SE

The lamps consist of a crystal glass block fixtured on a brass bottom. 3 pieces available.   

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Modern Block Cut Glass Elegant Crystal Creamer Vintage Midcentury
Modern Block Cut Glass Elegant Crystal Creamer Vintage Midcentury

Modern Block Cut Glass Elegant Crystal Creamer Vintage Midcentury

By Fostoria Glass Company

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Modern Block Cut Elegant Glass Crystal Creamer Vintage Midcentury 4.38 d x 2.38 w x 2.5 tall Original unrestored preowned vintage.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Cut Glass

Portugese White Opaline Glass Decanter With Solid Top
Portugese White Opaline Glass Decanter With Solid Top

Portugese White Opaline Glass Decanter With Solid Top

By Block Crystal

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-Century Glass Opaline Decanter from Portugal. This piece is versatile on a bar cart as well as a shelf. Impressive wear can be seen throughout.

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Opaline Glass

Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli Block Vase
Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli Block Vase

Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli Block Vase

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H 9.45 in W 2.49 in D 2.49 in

Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli Block Vase

By Flavio Poli, Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Verviers, BE

Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli Block Vase This Sommerso design by Flavio Poli was a big hit in the 1950s-1960s. Bright and distinctive, the design is simple, but requires t...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Red Block Vase and Bowl, Two Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli
Red Block Vase and Bowl, Two Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli

Red Block Vase and Bowl, Two Murano Crystal Designs by Flavio Poli

By Flavio Poli, Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Verviers, BE

Red block vase and bowl, both with diffused amber around a red core. This Sommerso design by Flavio Poli was a big hit in the 1950s-1960s. Bright and distinctive, the design is s...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Crystal Block Lamps by Pukeberg
Pair of Crystal Block Lamps by Pukeberg

Pair of Crystal Block Lamps by Pukeberg

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H 22 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Pair of Crystal Block Lamps by Pukeberg

By Pukeberg Sweden

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional heavy pair of Abstract panel etched crystal lamps by Swedish glass maker Pukeberg. Rewired for US standards with Nickel double pull chain sockets, shades not included.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Murano Block Vase in Smokey Anthracite Handcut with Diagonal Lines
Murano Block Vase in Smokey Anthracite Handcut with Diagonal Lines

Murano Block Vase in Smokey Anthracite Handcut with Diagonal Lines

By Flavio Poli

Located in Verviers, BE

Inspired by the Classic design by Flavio Poli for Mandruzzato, this stylish Murano vase is made from an inner sheath of Smokey grey in a block of lead crystal, which has been handcut...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Ice Block Glass Candleholder Candelabra
Crystal Ice Block Glass Candleholder Candelabra

Crystal Ice Block Glass Candleholder Candelabra

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H 6.11 in W 6.7 in D 1.58 in

Crystal Ice Block Glass Candleholder Candelabra

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Vintage crystal ice block glass candleholder.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Art Glass

Modern Artisan Bud Vase Crystal Glass Rectangular Block Tizo Design
Modern Artisan Bud Vase Crystal Glass Rectangular Block Tizo Design

Modern Artisan Bud Vase Crystal Glass Rectangular Block Tizo Design

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Tizo Artisan Modern design crystal glass rectangular block bud vase. Measures: 2 deep x 3.88 wide x 4.38 tall.

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Clear Aqua Blue/Green Block Glass Table Lamps by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970
Pair of Clear Aqua Blue/Green Block Glass Table Lamps by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

Pair of Clear Aqua Blue/Green Block Glass Table Lamps by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970

By Pukeberg Sweden

Located in Bronx, NY

Pair of thick duo crystal block lamps that has aqua blue green round color inside of the glass the outer surface is smooth, Sweden, 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Hand Cut Set Art Deco Crystal Vases, with Geometic Block Pattern
Hand Cut Set Art Deco Crystal Vases, with Geometic Block Pattern

Hand Cut Set Art Deco Crystal Vases, with Geometic Block Pattern

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in Verviers, BE

Beautiful reflection when light falls on the vase. There was a lot of skilled craftsmanship needed to make these strict geometric cut crystal vases. Measures: Diameter 2.36 inch, ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Crystal

Swedish Wall Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Swedish Wall Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Swedish Wall Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Karlstad, SE

The lamps consist of a crystal glass block fixtured on a brass bottom. The glass consist of glass water drop shapes and spreads a beautiful pattern when lit up.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Swedish Midcentury Wall lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Karlstad, SE

The lamps consist of a crystal glass block fixtured on a brass bottom.   

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Large Swedish Midcentury Wall Lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Large Swedish Midcentury Wall Lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

Large Swedish Midcentury Wall Lamps / Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Karlstad, SE

The lamps consist of one light source, hidden by a crystal glass block that is fixture on a brass bottom. 4 pieces available.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Block Crystal Set of 4 Emerald Green Blown Goblets with Clear Bubble Glass Stems
Block Crystal Set of 4 Emerald Green Blown Goblets with Clear Bubble Glass Stems

Block Crystal Set of 4 Emerald Green Blown Goblets with Clear Bubble Glass Stems

By Block Crystal

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a "Hollywood Glam" late 20th century set of four emerald green Czech, handcut, mouth blown crystal wine or water goblets signed "Block Crystal."

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Set Crystal Glass Solifleur Vases by Klaus Breit for Wiesenthalhütte, 1970s
Set Crystal Glass Solifleur Vases by Klaus Breit for Wiesenthalhütte, 1970s

Set Crystal Glass Solifleur Vases by Klaus Breit for Wiesenthalhütte, 1970s

By Wiesenthalhütte, Klaus Breit

Located in Westmaas, NL

This set of three molded crystal glass solifleur block vases was designed by Klaus Breit for Wiesenthalhütte and produced in West-Germany in the 1970s.

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A Large French Art Deco Cut Glass Crystal  & Chrome Table Lamp circa 1930's

A Large French Art Deco Cut Glass Crystal & Chrome Table Lamp circa 1930's

Located in London, GB

A large Art Deco table lamp with five large hexagon shaped cut glass crystal blocks interspersed with three smaller ones and topped with a diamond shaped end piece.

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1990s Modern Italian Pair of One of a Kind Crystal & Brass Lamps
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The geometric body composed of a thick rock crystal Murano glass block is engraved with floral calla lily motif with gold reflections, floating in a slim urban design brass structure...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps

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By Jochen Lavéno Mangelsdorff

Located in Stockholm, SE

The glass-block is made of K9 crystal glass. The semi-opaque mirror glass cut by water-jet technique in Sweden.

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Vintage Square Crystal Glass Decanter

By Block Crystal

Located in Amherst, NH

Vintage square crystal glass decanter by Block. Excellent condition.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Glass

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    Yes, crystal glass is real crystal. However, it's important to understand what the term means. In the world of glassware, crystal is a type of glass that features an additive like lead oxide, potassium carbonate or barium oxide to increase its durability. Crystal glass is crystal because it contains these additives, but it does not actually have a crystalline structure from a scientific perspective. The term crystal as used by glassworks comes from the word "Cristallo," which was pioneered by Italian glassblowers to describe high-end glassware. It doesn't have the same meaning as the word crystal when employed in scientific contexts. Shop a large collection of crystal glass on 1stDibs.
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    To identify your crystal glasses, look at the bases, inner rims and stems for the maker's markings. Some makers mark pieces permanently with acid-etching or laser-engraving, while others use foil or label tags. The latter may come loose during washing or over time, so it's possible that your glasses may be unmarked. In addition, some makers of antique crystal wares didn't mark their products at all. If you do find a mark or label, use trusted online resources to find out which maker utilized it. If you need further assistance, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a large collection of crystal glassware on 1stDibs.
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    Moser products are lead-free crystal. According to their website, the company has been using only lead-free crystal since 1893 to create some of the most skilled crystal products, with master-craft abilities and incredibly durable finishes. Shop a collection of Moser crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Crystal is a subcategory of glass with a high mineral (usually lead) content.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends. Since 1903, Steuben has been famous for both its glassware and crystal. Crystal is a kind of glass with additives that make it strong and able to be used in elegantly thin designs. Crystal also refracts light, creating a striking look. Steuben is known for its exceptionally beautiful crystal formula. Shop a range of Steuben glass and crystal pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baccarat makes crystal, not glass. The company opened in 1764 in Baccarat, Lorraine, France, at the order of King Louis XV of France. Today, Baccarat operates out of headquarters in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Baccarat crystal ware.
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    Baccarat is a French manufacturer of fine crystal. Baccarat did originally start as a glasswork company with production primarily consisting of window panes, mirrors and stemware up until 1816. The brand then switched to crystal production, creating expertly crafted stemware, chandeliers and other pieces in a variety of design styles. Browse a collection of antique and modern Baccarat crystal decor on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Walther Glass (formerly known as Walther-Glas) is renowned for its examples of antique crystal glass. Sought after to this day by collectors, the company still exists albeit under different ownership and a more international business model. Shop a collection of Walther Glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The difference between glass and crystal wine glasses is their composition. Mineral deposits like lead, magnesium or zinc strengthen crystal glass, rendering it thin but durable. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of wine glasses and other glassware from different periods.
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