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Crystal Aperitif Glasses

1930s Set of 6 Amber Crystal Aperitif Glasses with Silver-Plate Drinks Tray
Located in Austin, TX
This set of etched French crystal liqueur glasses, which dates to the 1930s, is in mint condition
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Early 20th Century French American Empire Barware

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Bohemian crystal style glassware set, contemporary work
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of bohemian crystal style glasses, colored, consisting of champagne glasses, wine glasses and
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Mid-20th Century European Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

German Art Nouveau Cup in Crystal and Quist Silver C° Early 20th
By Quist Silver Company
Located in ARGENTEUIL, FR
Beautiful round cup for aperitif, sugar, jam, ... in crystal with cut star and frame with art
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Metal

19th Century Gilt Bronze French Baccarat Manner Tantalus
Located in Dallas, TX
apéritif glasses. Stunning!!
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Antique 19th Century French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

3 Bohemian Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, Crystal Glass
Located in Greven, DE
A beautiful set of three aperitif glasses in green, turqouise and blue. In 19th century France
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Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Glass

Materials

Glass

17 Art Nouveau Aperitif Glasses, 1900s, France, Crystal Glass With Gold Decor
Located in Greven, DE
A beautiful set of seventeen aperitif or so-called bistrot glasses with golden details. All unique
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Glass

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
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Glass

Rosenthal Studio-Line German Crystal Cocktail or Aperitif Glasses, Set of 5
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of five (5) Rosenthal Studio-Line German crystal cocktail or aperitif glasses
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1880s, France, 16 cm
Located in Greven, DE
A beautiful set of two antique wine glasses with decorative golden design. In 19th century France
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Antique Pair Of Aperitif Glasses, 1900s, France, Green Coloured Glass, 15 cm
Located in Greven, DE
A beautiful set of two antique wine glasses, France, circa 1900. In 19th century France, the art
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Cabaret Centerpiece for Aperitif Tea or Wine in Gilt Cut Glass Sterling Silver
By Daum
Located in ARGENTEUIL, FR
Rare cabaret centerpiece for aperitif, tea or wine in gilt cut glass attributed to Daum with
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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Serving Pieces

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Fun and Fancy Six Marc Aurel Crystal Cordial Glasses with Jigsaw Design Stem
Located in Ferndale, MI
Six Elegant and whimsical cordial or aperitif glasses designed by Marc Aurel . Bell shaped glass on
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Cibi Set of 2 Highball Glasses by Cini Boeri
By Arnolfo di Cambio
Located in Milan, IT
Modern and sophisticated, the design of this elegant set of two highball glasses will complement a
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2010s Italian Glass

Materials

Crystal

Incontro Set of 6 Glasses
By Creart
Located in Milan, IT
Used to serve chilled drinks during an aperitif or to accompany dinner, this set of six glasses
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2010s Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Incontro Set of 6 Glasses
Incontro Set of 6 Glasses
H 5.12 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Three Antique Wine Glasses, 1880s, France, 16 cm
Located in Greven, DE
symbol of French epicurean culture: the aperitif glass. These glasses not only epitomise an era of
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Antique Late 19th Century French Glass

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Bohemian Crystal Decanter and 6 Shot GlasseIn the Style Of Karl Palda
By Karl Palda
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco Crystal Decanter and 6 shot glasses in the Style of Karl Palda. Without question a
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Antique Wine Glass, Mouth-Blown, 1900s, France, 19 cm
Located in Greven, DE
epicurean culture: the aperitif glass. These glasses not only epitomise an era of refined taste, but also
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Amethyst Enameled Bohemian Glass Liquor Set Decanter and Six Glasses
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amethyst enameled Bohemian glass liquor set or aperitif service of seven pieces, comprised of a
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Mid-20th Century Czech Bohemian Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair Of Antique Wine Glasses, Hand-Carved, 1900s, France, 22 cm
Located in Greven, DE
flourished, leading to the emergence of a symbol of French epicurean culture: the aperitif glass. These
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Vintage Cut to Clear Cranberry Cordial Glasses in Original Box Set of 6 - Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
something out of a Slim Aarons scene. Use the glasses at your next dinner party for serving aperitifs or
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set Of Seven Art Nouveau Wine Glasses, Hand-Crafted, 1920s, France, 14 cm
Located in Greven, DE
symbol of French epicurean culture: the aperitif glass. These glasses not only epitomise an era of
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Glass

Orrefors Grace Highball 2-Pack
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Grace Highball is a glass from Orrefors with a graciously thin rim and with a shape like a classic
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2010s Slovak Barware

Materials

Crystal

Box Forming Box For Aperitif Glasses, Crystal Sèvres Glasses
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Box forming box for aperitif glasses, crystal Sèvres glasses, box decor forms 3 books on the
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Glass

Materials

Crystal

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1900 Antique French Green Crystal Wine or Aperitif Service, Jug, Glasses, Tray
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Beautiful wine or aperitif service in green crystal, in Art Nouveau decor painted with leaves and
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Display 3 Plates with Bronze Gold Platted
Located in Montbronn, FR
Beautiful Crystal display for cake, fruits, aperitifs, uniting crystal and bronze covered with 22
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2010s French Baroque Serving Pieces

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Bronze

Crystal Display 3 Plates with Bronze Gold Platted
Crystal Display 3 Plates with Bronze Gold Platted
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H 15.75 in Dm 11.03 in
Art Deco Barware Bohemian Crystal Decanter and Glass Set, 8 Pieces
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely Art Deco crystal liquor or alcohol decanter set with seven matching cordial or aperitif
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

14 Champagnes Flutes Baccarat Crystal Eldorado, 22-Carat Gold Engraved, End 19th
By Baccarat
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 14 champagne flutes in Baccarat crystal realized by the world-famous French crystal
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Antique Late 19th Century French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

14 Champagnes Flutes Baccarat Crystal Eldorado, 22-Carat Gold Engraved, End 19th
By Baccarat
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 14 champagne flutes in crystal realized by the world-famous French crystal manufactory
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Antique Late 19th Century French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Box Forming Box For Aperitif Glasses, Crystal Sèvres Glasses
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Box forming box for aperitif glasses, crystal sèvres glasses, box decor forms 3 books on the
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set Of Glasses Crystal Europe 20th Century
Located in Milano, IT
Set of glasses in cut crystal and highlighted in gold. The refinement of the decoration highlights
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

6 Sterling and Crystal Cordials
By Steuben Hawkes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer this set of 6 sterling silver and crystal cordials by the Hawkes Glass
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Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

4 Baccarat Crystal 19th Century Cobalt-Colored Finger Bowls
By Baccarat
Located in Crespières, FR
These 4 crystal cups used at the time as finger bowls when eating shellfish are also perfect as ice
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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Glass

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Period Crystal Liqueur Service
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-twentieth century French Art Deco period crystal liqueur service includes eight glasses
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Czech Art Deco Whiskey Set Decanter and Glasses
By Karl Palda
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Czechoslovakian decanter and six glasses from 1930, beautifully etched in heavy crystal
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Barware

Materials

Enamel

Art Deco Leopard Print and Zig Zag Czech Decanter Set
Located in Oakland, CA
with two matching liqueur glasses with which to sip your most precious cognac or aperitif. Bottoms up
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Whimsical Animal Themed Grouping of Stemware
Located in East Hampton, NY
Intricately crafted crystal glassware (champagne, wine, aperitif) depicting giraffes, frogs and
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Late 20th Century American Glass

Materials

Pewter

Vintage French Glassware, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
A set of vintage cut crystal glasses from France. Their petite size indicates they were intended
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20th Century French French Provincial Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage French Glassware, Set of Six
Vintage French Glassware, Set of Six
H 4.3 in W 2.7 in D 2.7 in
Vintage French Glassware, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
A set of vintage cut crystal glasses from France. Their petite size indicates they were intended
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20th Century French French Provincial Barware

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Cut Glass

Vintage French Glassware, Set of Six
Vintage French Glassware, Set of Six
H 4.9 in W 2.3 in D 2.3 in
Vintage Tantalus in Inlaid Rosewood Box, circa 1840-50
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
fitted interior, complete with its set of four cut glass decanters with stoppers and twelve matching
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Antique 1840s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal

Three Steuben Crystal Twist Stem Art Glass Aperitif Glasses, Signed
By Steuben Glass
Located in Big Flats, NY
A set of three midcentury Steuben mouth blown crystal aperitif glasses or goblets feature colorless
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Antique French Red Crystal Aperitif Service, circa 1880
Located in Verviers, BE
your guests. The condition is very good for this age. No deposit on the bottom of the jug or glasses
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Colorful Art Glass Cordial or Aperitif Liquor Spirits Glasses
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of 4 colorful art glass blown-glass cordial, aperitif liquor or spirits glasses
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20th Century European Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Set of 12 Steuben Air Twist Cordials Designed by George Thompson, Original Box
By Steuben Glass
Located in valatie, NY
revolutionary formula that was devised for optical glass and it produces the world's purest lead crystal. These
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

50 Pieces Baccarat Crystal Eldorado Set, 22-Carat Gold Engraved, End 19th
By Baccarat
Located in Paris, FR
19th century, in very good condition. This set of glasses is ideal to serve water, wine or aperitifs to
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Antique Late 19th Century French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

18 Champagnes Flutes Baccarat Crystal Eldorado, 22-Carat Gold Engraved, end 19th
By Baccarat
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 18 champagne flutes in crystal realized by the world-famous French crystal manufactory
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Antique Late 19th Century French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Set of 12 St. Louis Cranberry Hock Glasses
By Saint Louis
Located in Litchfield, CT
St. Louis, France. These 12 crystal Hock wine goblets, by the legendary Saint Louis of France, are
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Vintage 1920s French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

12 Gilded Crystal Cordial Liquor Aperitif Stemmed Tantalus Shot Glasses
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of twelve vintage crystal tantalus decanter cordial or liqueur glasses with gilded top edge
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Late 20th Century Barware

Materials

Crystal

Cristallerie Lorraine Set of 6 Colored Crystal Glasses in Their Box France, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Set of 6 colored crystal glasses by Cristallerie Lorraine de Lemberg, France, 1920s. In their
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 12 Sterling & Crystal Cordials
By Steuben Hawkes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this set of twelve sterling silver and crystal cordials by the Hawkes
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Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Czech Art Deco Whiskey Glass Decanter Set
By Karl Palda
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Czechoslovakian decanter and six glasses from 1930, beautifully etched in heavy crystal
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

Midcentury Nautical Apperitif or Shot Glasses
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of two crystal aperitif or shot glasses with mini nautical art scene of large
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Match Striker “J.F. Lorin”
Located in Houston, TX
little beauty was made for the famed J.F. Lorin distillery and features the aperitif Fraise Cristal which
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20th Century French Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Round Gold Serving Tray
Located in New York, NY
measures: 15 in. diameter x 1.5 in. height. Waterford Crystal aperitif or cordial glasses in images
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Late 20th Century Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Round Gold Serving Tray
Round Gold Serving Tray
H 1.5 in Dm 15 in
Art Deco French Style Pop Up Bar with Fluted Glassware
Located in Oakland, CA
reveal an entire set of including fluttedcrystal cocktail shaker with 12 matching faceted glasses all in
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Metal

1870s Antique French Gold Enamel Crystal Baccarat Liquor or Aperitif Service
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1870s antique French gold enamel crystal Baccarat liquor or aperitif service of 14 pieces
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

1900s Saint Louis Engraved Crystal Liquor Set Decanter Cordials and Tray
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Exceptional and antique French Saint Louis engraved crystal liquor or aperitif service, circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

1900 Rare Baccarat Gold Green Chartreuse Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1900 rare Baccarat gold green chartreuse crystal liquor or aperitif service eight pieces. Very
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Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Barware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Antique French Sterling Silver Baccarat Cut Crystal Aperitif or Whiskey Service
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
silver and Baccarat cut crystal and a whiskey or aperitif decanter in sterling silver and Baccarat cut
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Antique 1890s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

St. Louis Antique French Enamel Gold Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service
Located in Triaize, Pays de Loire
1900's ST LOUIS Antique French Gold Enamel Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service Exceptional and
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Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Enamel Frames and Objects

1900s St. Louis French Green Crystal Liqueur Set - Decanter Cordials and Tray
Located in Triaize, Pays de Loire
antique French St Louis cut crystal liqueur or aperitif service circa 1900, comprised of a decanter, 7
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Jewelry & Watches

1870s French Gold Enamel Crystal Baccarat Liquor Service 14 pc Vine leaves
Located in Triaize, Pays de Loire
1870s Antique French Gold Enamel Crystal Baccarat Liquor or Aperitif Service 14 pc Exceptional
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Enamel Frames and Objects

Baccarat 1900s French Enameled Liqueur Set Decanter Cordials Tray Flowers
By Baccarat
Located in Triaize, Pays de Loire
antique French Baccarat enameled crystal liquor or aperitif service, Circa 1900. Comprising of a decanter
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

1900's BACCARAT French Enameled Liqueur Set, Decanter Pair, Cordials &Tray Roses
Located in Triaize, Pays de Loire
antique French Baccarat enameled crystal liquor or aperitif service, Circa 1900. Comprising of two
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Enamel Frames and Objects

Saint Louis Antique French Crystal Gilded Liquor or Aperitif Serving Set
By Saint Louis
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Saint Louis antique French enamel gold crystal liquor or aperitif service seven-piece. Antique
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

1870s Antique French Gold Enamel Crystal Baccarat Liquor or Aperitif Service
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1870s antique French gold enamel crystal Baccarat liquor or aperitif service, eight pieces
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

1900s St. Louis French Green Cut Crystal Liquor Set, Decanters Pair, Cordials
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
antique French St Louis cut crystal liquor or aperitif service 8 pieces, circa 1900, comprised of two
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

1900s St. Louis French Green Cut Crystal Liquor Set Decanter Cordials and Tray
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
and antique French St Louis cut crystal liquor or aperitif service circa 1900, comprised of two
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

St Louis Antique French Multi-Color Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Glasses
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Saint Louis antique French multi-color crystal liquor or aperitif glasses six-pieces Antique
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

1900s Saint Louis Gold Enamel Crystal Liquor Set, Decanter Cordials and Tray
By Saint Louis
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Exceptional and antique French St louis gold enamel crystal liquor or aperitif service, circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

1900 Rare Baccarat Diamond Cut-Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1900 rare Baccarat diamond cut-crystal liquor or aperitif service. Rare Baccarat crystal liquor
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Cut Crystal Aperitif or Liquor Service
By Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
glasses in sterling silver and crystal and a liquor or aperitif decanter in sterling silver and crystal
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

1900 Baccarat Gold Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service, Roses and Ribbons
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1900 Baccarat Gold Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service, Roses and Ribbons. Antique crystal Baccarat
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Crystal

1900 Rare Baccarat Gold Green Chartreuse Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1900 rare Baccarat gold green chartreuse crystal liquor or aperitif service 15 pieces. Very rare
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Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Barware

Materials

Crystal

1900 Rare Baccarat Gold Crystal Liquor or Aperitif Service, Sycamore Tree Model
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1900 rare baccarat gold crystal liquor or Aperitif service, sycamore tree model. Very rare liquor
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

1900s Saint Louis Amethyst Cut Crystal Liquor Set Decanters Cordials and Tray
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
antique French Saint Louis cut crystal liquor or aperitif service circa 1900, comprised of two decanters
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Boxed Set of Moser Culbuto Crystal Tumbler Glasses in Beryl Green
By Moser, Moser Glassworks, Rudolf Eschler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage boxed set of six Moser Culbuto tumbler glasses in Beryl green crystal. The Culbuto
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20th Century Czech Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

Christofle Rare French Sterling Silver Baccarat Crystal Liquor Service with tray
By Baccarat, Christofle
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Christofle rare French sterling silver Baccarat crystal liquor or aperitif service 12 pieces. This
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Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

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Crystal Aperitif Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of crystal aperitif glasses is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique crystal aperitif glasses was constructed with extraordinary care, often using crystal, stone and glass. Crystal aperitif glasses have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Crystal aperitif glasses bearing mid-century modern or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Crystal aperitif glasses have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Baccarat, Quist Silver Company and Rosenthal are consistently popular.

How Much are Crystal Aperitif Glasses?

Crystal aperitif glasses can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $881, while the lowest priced sells for $65 and the highest can go for as much as $41,561.

Finding the Right dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Crystal Aperitif Glasses
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An aperitif glass is a small type of glassware used to serve aperitifs, which are before-dinner drinks. Aperitifs are served in anticipation of a meal, and are small in volume and meant to be sipped or taken as a shot. Classic aperitif drinks are dry vermouth, white wine, Campari and more. Shop a collection of aperitif glasses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    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
    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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are several ways to tell if an item is crystal or glass. The main difference between crystal and glass is that crystal is made with lead, making it easier to add decorative elements. Crystal refracts and disperses light, creating a rainbow effect, and is heavier than regular glass. When gently tapped, crystal items create a ringing, musical sound. If you are still unsure, consult a certified appraiser. Browse a range of authenticated fine crystal and glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Hold the piece up to a light source. If you see a prism effect, it’s crystal.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Acidic drinks like wine and citrus juices can leach lead from a crystal glass. However, unless the liquid is stored in the glass for more than a few hours, drinking it is generally safe.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Crystal is considered highly desirable in glassware due to its clarity, however, not all glassware is made of crystal. Crystal is more durable than standard glass and is often thinner because of its strength, yet it's more porous and requires handwashing. Shop a range of wine glasses, including crystal, from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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