How do I identify early American furniture?

To identify early American furniture, you can evaluate your piece on your own or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Although many pieces from the Colonial era are unmarked, double-checking your furniture for signatures, stamps and labels is still a good first step. Using trusted online resources, you can research any markings to determine if the maker was active in America during the 16th and early 17th centuries. When identifying unmarked furniture, it's generally necessary to consider the style and details of the piece. Due to its handcrafted origins, early American furniture tends to have visible tool marks and irregularities in its carvings. Early American furnishings tended to be simple in style but often had one or two refined details, such as cabriole legs. Looking at images of authentic early American furniture can be helpful when making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 18th-century American furniture.

What is the early American furniture style called?

The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.

What is American cut glass?

American cut glass is a technique used for decorating glass. The period from 1771 to 1876 is considered the early period of American cut glass — later, cut glass was called Brilliant glass. This technique is associated with high labor costs and involves the work of skilled craftsmen — American cut glass is considered a luxury item and can be very valuable.

What is American Brilliant cut glass?

American Brilliant cut glass is deeply and sharply cut glass known for its reflective quality and highly polished nature. This type of glass is thick, heavy, and very clear.

How can I tell if cut glass is American Brilliant?

To tell if cut glass is American Brilliant, look for deep cuts that reflect light with a brilliance. If you can, flick the glass gently with your fingernail and listen for a bell-like ring. Always purchase crystal from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of American Brilliant crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Early American Glass

American Silver Plate Co

Coin Glass

Glasses Cut Glass Diamond Pattern

Ruffle Vase

Harvey Littleton

American Brilliant Crystal

American Decanter

Studio Art Glass Vase

Early American Flint Glass Pattern Bowl, Circa 1830

$1,800

Early American Flint Glass Pattern Bowl, Circa 1830

Located in Charleston, SC

Early American flint glass pattern bowl with a scalloped exterior edge, recessed circular motif and terminating on a tapered recessed circular stem with a beveled transparent base, E...

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Antique 1830s American American Empire Glass

Materials

Optical Glass

Framed Prehistoric Arrowhead Collection

$5,175

Framed Prehistoric Arrowhead Collection

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Framed collection of Native American prehistoric arrowheads. Displayed in 20 star form arrangements, featuring a variety of colors and styles. Encased in beautiful dark frame with ma...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Native America...

Materials

Stone

18th Century Three-Mold Blown Glass Decanter by Boston & Sandwich Glass Company

$1,100

18th Century Three-Mold Blown Glass Decanter by Boston & Sandwich Glass Company

By Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Boston and Sandwich Glass Company

Located in San Diego, CA

An exceptional and increasingly scarce example of early American glassmaking, this 18th-century three-mold blown glass decanter attributed to the Boston & Sandwich Glass Company ...

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Antique Late 18th Century American American Craftsman Barware

Materials

Glass

Shell gasoline pump, America, 1950s

$5,850

Shell gasoline pump, America, 1950s

Located in Manzano, IT

An authentic piece of American history, this iconic Shell gasoline pump from the 1950s is more than just an object-it is a symbol of the golden age of gas stations and vintage design...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Modern Native American Objects

Materials

Sheet Metal

Boston & Sandwich American Pressed Glass Compote with Pineapple Pattern

$850

Boston & Sandwich American Pressed Glass Compote with Pineapple Pattern

By Boston and Sandwich Glass Company

Located in Downingtown, PA

Early American Pattern Glass (EAPG) Documentation.

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Antique 1850s American Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Glass

Early American Pewter Mustard Pot

$371Sale Price|25% Off

Early American Pewter Mustard Pot

Located in Sheffield, MA

An exceptional collectable piece of antique pewter ware. Although not recommended for actual use this small mustard jar has exception lines and great aged patina making an addition f...

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Pitchers

Materials

Pewter

Early American Coin Silver Porringer (Late 18th/ Early 19th Century)

$1,950

Early American Coin Silver Porringer (Late 18th/ Early 19th Century)

Located in New York, NY

Coin silver porringer, probably early American from the late 18th or early 19th century, most likely from the Southern US. It measures 7 1/2'' in length by 4 3/4'' in depth by 1 7/8'...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Early 20th Century American Breadboard

$425

Early 20th Century American Breadboard

Located in Chicago, IL

A charming early 20th century American burled maple breadboard with the word "BREAD" carved into the top, a flower at the bottom with a long leaf stretching up each side. Boards like...

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Butcher Blocks

Materials

Maple

Pair of Early 19th Century American Mold Blown Decanters

$2,295 / set

Pair of Early 19th Century American Mold Blown Decanters

Located in High Point, NC

Pair of early 19th century hand mold blown glass decanters. These are a gorgeous pair of molded glass decanters, probably from New England. The glass trade was very popular in the ...

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Antique Early 19th Century American American Colonial Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Early 20th Century American Maple Breadboard

$550

Early 20th Century American Maple Breadboard

Located in Chicago, IL

A charming early 20th century American maple breadboard with a wonderful golden patina. Sound and ready for another hundred years of use in your kitchen. Perfect for covering with ch...

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Early 20th Century American Country Butcher Blocks

Materials

Maple

American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Ice Bucket

$1,450

American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Ice Bucket

Located in New Orleans, LA

This elegant American Brilliant Period cut glass ice bucket is expertly crafted to create a dazzling interplay of light, making it both a functional item and a striking work of art.

Category

Early 20th Century American Barware

Materials

Cut Glass

Early American Amber Glass Crystal? Plates Spectacular Victorian Etched Op Art 6

$4,260 / set

Early American Amber Glass Crystal? Plates Spectacular Victorian Etched Op Art 6

By (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Hyattsville, MD

We have never seen anything like these, each plate weighs over 2 pounds (2 lb 2.3 oz.) Ground pontil mark to center, and they ring true and long like crystal but we are unsure of wha...

Category

Vintage 1910s American Late Victorian Tableware

Materials

Glass

Antique ABP American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Tea Caddy

$895

Antique ABP American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Tea Caddy

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique ABP cut glass tea caddy. In the Strawberry Diamond & Fan pattern. Comprising a cut glass body, conforming internal cover, and cut glass lid. The lid and body...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Collection Five American Sterling Silver Cut Glass Coasters Frank M. Whiting & C

$742 / set

Collection Five American Sterling Silver Cut Glass Coasters Frank M. Whiting & C

Located in London, GB

Whiting & Co. American, Early 20th Century Height 3cm, diameter 10cm A refined set of five sterling silver and glass coasters crafted in America by the renowned silversmiths Frank...

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Early 20th Century North American Belle Époque Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

MCM Barware Early American Families Names Set of 8 Hi-Ball Cocktail Glasses 22k

$450 / set

MCM Barware Early American Families Names Set of 8 Hi-Ball Cocktail Glasses 22k

By Georges Briard

Located in St. Louis, MO

1960s MCM barware set of 8, 22k gilt & white highball glasses, with Early American Families names and countries crest gold over white.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Early 20th Century Pairpoint Amethyst Glass Vase

$395

Early 20th Century Pairpoint Amethyst Glass Vase

By Pairpoint Glassworks

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A sophisticated and decorative piece, ideal for collectors of early American art glass or as a striking standalone accent.

Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver Tableware Cordial's Service / Ten

$990

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver Tableware Cordial's Service / Ten

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Indulge in the timeless luxury of this early 20th century American sterling silver barware / tableware cordial's service, designed to cater to the refined tastes of ten people.

Category

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large American Faceted Glass Pitcher, circa 1900

$1,750

Large American Faceted Glass Pitcher, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

Large American faceted glass pitcher, circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Rare Early 19th Century American Porcelain Pitcher by Tucker & Hemphill

$2,250

Rare Early 19th Century American Porcelain Pitcher by Tucker & Hemphill

By Tucker and Hemphill

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine and rare, early 19th century Tucker and Hemphill porcelain pitcher. Of classic form with typical polychrome floral sprays to both sides and gilt decoration. Tucker and Hem...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Hand Blown Ombre Green Goblets Glasses, American Studio Art Glass 1981

$225 / set

Pair of Hand Blown Ombre Green Goblets Glasses, American Studio Art Glass 1981

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The marks indicate that the glasses were created in Vermont in 1981; it is rare to find work of an artist or an art glass studio that were active in Vermont during the early American...

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

American Brilliant Cut Glass Pitcher, circa 1900

$1,500

American Brilliant Cut Glass Pitcher, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

American brilliant cut glass pitcher, circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Cut Glass

Narrow American Brilliant Period ABP Cut Glass Wine Decanter

$295

Narrow American Brilliant Period ABP Cut Glass Wine Decanter

By Waterford Crystal, T. G. Hawkes & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique ABP cut glass decanter. With a tapered neck, wheel cut panels, and hobstars to the body. With an associated stopper (we are unsure if this is the original stoppe...

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Barware

Materials

Cut Glass

American Perfume Bottle in Glass and Sterling Silver Art Nouveau

$1,208

American Perfume Bottle in Glass and Sterling Silver Art Nouveau

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING FITTED WITH THE ORIGINAL GLASS STOPPER From our glassware collection, we are pleased to offer this elegant American Art Nouveau perfume bottle in green cut...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exceptional 12 Piece American Brilliant Cut Glass Dinner / Dessert Service

$2,800Sale Price / set|20% Off

Exceptional 12 Piece American Brilliant Cut Glass Dinner / Dessert Service

Located in Atlanta, GA

Likely American, possibly Irish. 19th Century. This is absolutely exceptional set of cut glass in an unidentified pattern. The 12-piece set includes nine 10.125" dinner plates, one...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Set of Five Early 20th Century American Stoneware Mixing Bowls

$1,250 / set

Set of Five Early 20th Century American Stoneware Mixing Bowls

Located in Chicago, IL

A charming assembled set of five early 20th century American zinc-glazed stoneware mixing bowls of simple, but sophisticated, forms and a blend of similar cream colors. Perfect for d...

Category

Early 20th Century American Country Serving Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Early 20th Century Tall North American Painted & Gilt Porcelain Tankard

$1,200

Early 20th Century Tall North American Painted & Gilt Porcelain Tankard

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Experience the beauty and elegance of this early 20th-century North American white porcelain tankard from Belleek. This stunning piece is meticulously crafted and hand-painted with v...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Porcelain

Materials

Gold

American Brilliant Cut Glass, Sterling & Turquoise Dresser Jar, by Whiting

$716Sale Price|20% Off

American Brilliant Cut Glass, Sterling & Turquoise Dresser Jar, by Whiting

By Frank M. Whiting & Company

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

American Brilliant Cut Glass, Sterling & Turquoise Dresser Jar, by Whiting USA, circa 1900s, by Frank M.

Category

Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Wheeled Cut Green Glass Vase with Silver Overlay, circa 1920s

$1,250

American Wheeled Cut Green Glass Vase with Silver Overlay, circa 1920s

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Early 20th century sterling silver emerald green glass vase.

Category

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Glass

Set of 12 Antique American "Huntington Glass Co" Cobalt Blue Goblets, Circa 1920

$2,300 / set

Set of 12 Antique American "Huntington Glass Co" Cobalt Blue Goblets, Circa 1920

Located in New Orleans, LA

Set of 12 Antique American "Huntington Glass Company" Cobalt Blue Glass Wine or Water Goblets, Circa 1920's.

Category

Early 20th Century American Barware

Materials

Glass

1910s American Brilliant Period (ABP) Cut Crystal Pitcher

$877

1910s American Brilliant Period (ABP) Cut Crystal Pitcher

Located in Roma, IT

A wonderful cut glass water or lemonade jug from the American Brilliant Period (ABP).

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Glass

Materials

Crystal

American Sterling Silver Overlay Black Fan Shaped Vase

$150

American Sterling Silver Overlay Black Fan Shaped Vase

Located in Miami Beach, FL

American sterling silver overlay black fan shaped vase featuring a foliate design on the top area of both sides. The boots edge and top edge also have a line of silver on the edge. B...

Category

Early 20th Century Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Grape Dish, American, Sterling Silver 925, Cartier, Early 20th Century

$1,015Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Grape Dish, American, Sterling Silver 925, Cartier, Early 20th Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique grape dish. An American, sterling silver fruit bowl by Cartier, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Wonderfully presented example of American luxury ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Serving Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early American Engraved by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 60 Pcs

$8,093 / set

Early American Engraved by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 60 Pcs

By Lunt Silver

Located in Big Bend, WI

Eight knives 9 1/8", eight forks 7", Eight salad forks 6 3/8", Eight teaspoons 6", Eight flat handle butter spreaders 5 3/4", Eight cocktail forks 5 1/2", Eight coffee spoons 5 3/...

Category

Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century American Solid Silver Tankard Cocktail Shaker, New York c1900

$5,932

Early 20th Century American Solid Silver Tankard Cocktail Shaker, New York c1900

By Crichton Co., Ltd

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century American made novelty cocktail shaker in the shape of a large beer tankard. It is of a large size, being able to hold two pints. It is easy to imagine the ...

Category

20th Century American Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

2 Cats. Early American Silver Darling Foundation & Silver Monteith by John Coney

$125

2 Cats. Early American Silver Darling Foundation & Silver Monteith by John Coney

Located in valatie, NY

CHRISTIE'S CATALOG : EARLY AMERICAN SILVER 1670-1820 Including the Darling Foundation Collection and Silver from the First Church in Salem - NY - January 18 2007 along with a Catalog...

Category

Early 2000s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Paper

International Silver Co "Early American" 4133 Oval Meat Cutlery Serving Platter

$125

International Silver Co "Early American" 4133 Oval Meat Cutlery Serving Platter

By International Silver

Located in Philadelphia, PA

International Silver Co "Early American" 4133 Oval Meat Cutlery Serving Platter. Item features a scalloped edge and original hallmark. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 1.5" H...

Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique American Brilliant Cut to Clear Cranberry Fruit Bowl Compote 10"

$245Sale Price|30% Off

Antique American Brilliant Cut to Clear Cranberry Fruit Bowl Compote 10"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique American brilliant period cut glass ruby red / cranberry cut-to-clear Renaissance bowl or compote. Dimensions: 9.75" x 3" (Diameter x Height)

Category

Early 20th Century Bohemian Centerpieces

Materials

Glass

Set of 6 Antique American Monogrammed Coin Silver Teaspoons by Joseph Shoemaker

$695 / set

Set of 6 Antique American Monogrammed Coin Silver Teaspoons by Joseph Shoemaker

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine set of 6 antique American silver teaspoons. In coin silver. By Joseph Shoemaker, a American silversmith who was active in Philadelphia ca. 1793 - 1829. Each with oval bowl...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Early 20th Silver Plated Tableware Covered Dish

$1,498

Early 20th Silver Plated Tableware Covered Dish

By Meriden Silver Plate Co.

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Early 20th century North American silver plated tableware covered serving dish with sides handle. The serving piece is in great condition. Minor wear consistent with ager / use. Make...

Category

Early 20th Century North American Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of American Pressed Glass Three Light Candelabra, Early 20th C., on Swirled

$180Sale Price / set|60% Off

Pair of American Pressed Glass Three Light Candelabra, Early 20th C., on Swirled

By Fostoria Glass Company

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair of American Pressed Glass Three Light Candelabra, 2Oth c., on swirled supports with glass bobeches hung with button and spear prisms, on a domed glass base, H.- 9 1/2 in., W.- ...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Cut Glass

Set of Six Early 20th Century American Albany Slip Glazed Mixing Bowls

$1,250

Set of Six Early 20th Century American Albany Slip Glazed Mixing Bowls

Located in Chicago, IL

A lovely assembled set of six early 20th century American Albany-slip glazed stoneware mixing bowls of simple but sophisticated forms in varied brown colors. The perfect blend of fun...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Country Serving Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Early American Plain by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 40 Pcs

$4,759 / set

Early American Plain by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 40 Pcs

By Lunt Silver

Located in Big Bend, WI

Early American Plain by Lunt sterling silver Flatware set, 40 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 8 3/4", eight forks, 7", eight salad forks, 6 1/4", eight teaspoons, 6 1/8...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Glass Vase, Early 20th Century

$2,250

American Glass Vase, Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Attributed to the Imperial glass works. Green and white baluster form with a flower pattern.

Category

Early 20th Century American Vases

Materials

Glass

Pair of American Tiffany Sterling Silver Monkey Candlesticks

$12,500 / set

Pair of American Tiffany Sterling Silver Monkey Candlesticks

Located in Southampton, NY

Pair of American Tiffany sterling silver monkey candlesticks.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coaster or Jewelry Dish, Circa Early-20th Century

$625

Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coaster or Jewelry Dish, Circa Early-20th Century

By Frank M. Whiting & Company

Located in New York, NY

The coaster features a finely cut-glass base with a starburst design and a smooth sterling silver collar, offering a classic early‑20th‑century American tableware profile.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Early American Oversized Hurricane Copper & Glass Lantern

$3,800

Early American Oversized Hurricane Copper & Glass Lantern

Located in North Miami, FL

ALL original patina to copper base, very heavy thick blown glass diffuser with candle holder in brass to interior base. This is heavy and will definitely NOT blow away in a hurricane!

Category

Vintage 1930s American American Classical Lanterns

Materials

Copper

American Brilliant Cut Crytal Pitcher or Vase

$975

American Brilliant Cut Crytal Pitcher or Vase

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful and substantial, American brilliant cut crystal pitcher (or vase), Victorian period, circa early-20th century, America. Pitcher has cut detail around exterior, star ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Collection of Eight American Pewter Ice Cream Moulds

$2,429 / set

Collection of Eight American Pewter Ice Cream Moulds

Located in London, GB

Collection of eight American pewter ice cream moulds American, Early 20th Century Largest: Height 11cm, width 9cm, depth 7cm Smallest: Height 4cm, diameter 9.5cm Popular from the ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Antique Steuben Verra De Soie Glass Decanter C1920

$280Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Steuben Verra De Soie Glass Decanter C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

An exquisite antique Steuben Verre de Soie glass decanter, dating to approximately 1920. This exceptional piece showcases the distinctive iridescent quality and frosted finish charac...

Category

Early 20th Century Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Serving Spoons, Monogrammed 'E'

$285 / item

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Serving Spoons, Monogrammed 'E'

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of early 20th-century sterling silver serving spoons with an "E" monogram, cartouche, and ornate detailing. Such pieces often hold historical and aesthetic value.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Beaded Raindrop EAPG Nonflint Glass Cake Stand, circa 1890s

$345

Beaded Raindrop EAPG Nonflint Glass Cake Stand, circa 1890s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An Early American Pressed Glass pedestal cake stand, in a Beaded Raindrop pattern, circa 1890 -1900.

Category

Antique 1890s American American Classical Glass

Materials

Glass

Antique American Brilliant Period Hand Cut Crystal Pitcher

$750

Antique American Brilliant Period Hand Cut Crystal Pitcher

Located in New York, NY

Fine antique American Brilliant Period hand cut crystal pitcher Early 20th Century Desirable form, heavy hand cut crystal with extensive deep diamond cutting on the body and star mot...

Category

Early 20th Century American Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Pairpoint - Etched Glass Compote with Controlled Bubbles - U.S.a. - circa 1930

$1,850

Pairpoint - Etched Glass Compote with Controlled Bubbles - U.S.a. - circa 1930

By Pairpoint Glassworks

Located in Chatham, ON

PAIRPOINT - Wheel etched green glass compote - featuring etched grapes, grape leaves and meandering vines to the bowl and base - etched stem and rim - central 'controlled bubble' kno...

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of Twelve Audubon Birds of America Plates

$1,150 / set

Set of Twelve Audubon Birds of America Plates

By Adams

Located in New York, NY

Set of twelve Audubon Birds of America plates. Twelve John James Audubon Birds of America plates with floral border featuring: wild turkey, long-billed curlew, canvas back duck, Flor...

Category

Early 20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

American Brilliant Pair of Cut Crystal Decanters

$600Sale Price / set|20% Off

American Brilliant Pair of Cut Crystal Decanters

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a pair of heavy cut clear crystal decanters. They have a long neck with a bulbous shaped body. Their neck is adorned with the knotched prism pattern. The upper body is highli...

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Early 20th Century Wolfe Silverplate Samovar, URN

$360Sale Price|20% Off

Early 20th Century Wolfe Silverplate Samovar, URN

Located in Birmingham, AL

Silverplate Samovar, Coffee Urn, With Lid and Ebony Insulators. This is a fabulous coffee or hot water , sweet tea or tea urn, could be also used for sweet tea made in Brazil . It ...

Category

Early 20th Century Brazilian American Classical Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Fine Arthur Stone Antique American Hand Wrought Sterling Silver Cinquefoil Bowl

$2,250

Fine Arthur Stone Antique American Hand Wrought Sterling Silver Cinquefoil Bowl

By Arthur Stone

Located in New York, NY

Fine Hand Wrought Antique American Arthur Stone Sterling Silver Cinquefoil Form Footed Bowl Early 20th Century Arthur Stone (1847-1938) is widely known as the Dean of American Silver...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of early American glass for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and silver. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of early American glass, we have 663 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of early American glass — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An object in our assortment of early American glass is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau, Neoclassical and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of early American glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tiffany & Co., Gorham Manufacturing Company and Tiffany Studios produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Early American Glass?

A piece of early American glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,385, while the lowest priced sells for $58 and the highest can go for as much as $95,000.

Questions About Early American Glass

How do I identify early American furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify early American furniture, you can evaluate your piece on your own or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Although many pieces from the Colonial era are unmarked, double-checking your furniture for signatures, stamps and labels is still a good first step. Using trusted online resources, you can research any markings to determine if the maker was active in America during the 16th and early 17th centuries. When identifying unmarked furniture, it's generally necessary to consider the style and details of the piece. Due to its handcrafted origins, early American furniture tends to have visible tool marks and irregularities in its carvings. Early American furnishings tended to be simple in style but often had one or two refined details, such as cabriole legs. Looking at images of authentic early American furniture can be helpful when making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 18th-century American furniture.
What is the early American furniture style called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.
What is American cut glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
American cut glass is a technique used for decorating glass. The period from 1771 to 1876 is considered the early period of American cut glass — later, cut glass was called Brilliant glass. This technique is associated with high labor costs and involves the work of skilled craftsmen — American cut glass is considered a luxury item and can be very valuable.
What is American Brilliant cut glass?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
American Brilliant cut glass is deeply and sharply cut glass known for its reflective quality and highly polished nature. This type of glass is thick, heavy, and very clear.
Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021
The difference between cut glass and cut crystal is the lead content along with some other criteria. "There are three primary criteria for crystal as established by the European Union in 1969: a lead content in excess of 24%, a density in excess of 2.90 and a reflective index of 1.545." "Prior to 1969 crystal glass was generally around 36% lead. However, due to concerns over lead leaching the percentage was reduced to the [unofficial} standard of 24%. Today glass with a lead content of 10% or more is considered to be crystal or “fine glass”" in the US.
How can I tell if cut glass is American Brilliant?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if cut glass is American Brilliant, look for deep cuts that reflect light with a brilliance. If you can, flick the glass gently with your fingernail and listen for a bell-like ring. Always purchase crystal from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of American Brilliant crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.