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Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Murano Bohemian Gilded Box France, 1887
Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Murano Bohemian Gilded Box France, 1887

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Murano Bohemian Gilded Box France, 1887

Located in Queens Village, NY

Looking for a rare and exquisite addition to your collection? Look no further than this stunning Milky Opaline Murano glass box! With intricate and colorful floral patterns adorning ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Gilded Box, France, 1850-1920
Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Gilded Box, France, 1850-1920

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Gilded Box, France, 1850-1920

Located in Queens Village, NY

This antique Bohemian opaline glass box is a work of art that has withstood the test of time. Because of the beautiful gold gilding that covers all four sides, this exquisite piece o...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Gilded Moser Box France 1850-1920
Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Gilded Moser Box France 1850-1920

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Gilded Moser Box France 1850-1920

Located in Queens Village, NY

This beautiful opaline glass and copper box was made by skilled French craftspeople between the years 1850 and 1900. The orange-red Moser flower designs on the white milky glass are ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Box. France 1850-1920
Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Box. France 1850-1920

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Box. France 1850-1920

Located in Queens Village, NY

Get a hold of this beautiful antique box, and you may feel a part of the past in your hands. Between 1850 and 1900, French artisans crafted this beautiful opaline glass and copper bo...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Gold Leaf

19th Century American Milk Glass Bunny
19th Century American Milk Glass Bunny

19th Century American Milk Glass Bunny

Located in Southampton, NY

19th Century American Milk Glass Bunny Two Piece Base with Cover

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Antique 19th Century American Glass

Vintage Small Footed Milk Glass Compote with Lid
Vintage Small Footed Milk Glass Compote with Lid

Vintage Small Footed Milk Glass Compote with Lid

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage small footed milk glass compote with lid in the pyramid hobnail pattern, zig zag rim on lid and base.

Category

Vintage 1940s Glass

Materials

Milk Glass

Vintage Large Footed Milk Glass Compote with Lid
Vintage Large Footed Milk Glass Compote with Lid

Vintage Large Footed Milk Glass Compote with Lid

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage large footed milk glass compote with lid in the pyramid hobnail pattern, zig zag rim on lid and base.

Category

Vintage 1940s Glass

Materials

Milk Glass

MCM Orange Milk Glass Mugs - Set of 6
MCM Orange Milk Glass Mugs - Set of 6

MCM Orange Milk Glass Mugs - Set of 6

By Anchor Hocking

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 6 mid century milk glass mugs by Anchor Hocking. Orange exteriors with white interiors.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Milk Glass

1960s Indiana Milk Glass Company Super-Sized Cake Stand
1960s Indiana Milk Glass Company Super-Sized Cake Stand

1960s Indiana Milk Glass Company Super-Sized Cake Stand

By Indiana Glass Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A large Mid-Century Milk Glass pedestal cake stand, from the Indiana Glass Company, circa 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Milk Glass

French Aqua Milk Glass Comport, circa 1930
French Aqua Milk Glass Comport, circa 1930

French Aqua Milk Glass Comport, circa 1930

Located in Austin, TX

French aqua milk glass comport, circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Milk Glass, Opaline Glass

18th Century Bohemian Milk Glass Tankard Decorated with a Ship
18th Century Bohemian Milk Glass Tankard Decorated with a Ship

18th Century Bohemian Milk Glass Tankard Decorated with a Ship

By Bohemia

Located in Downingtown, PA

Antique Bohemian milk glass tankard decorated with a ship, Circa 1765-75.

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Antique 1760s German Georgian Glass

Materials

Glass

Lace Edged American Milk Glass Dinner Plates, Set of Eight
Lace Edged American Milk Glass Dinner Plates, Set of Eight

Lace Edged American Milk Glass Dinner Plates, Set of Eight

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A scarce set of eight American milk glass, lace edge 9" dinner plates. Dating from the late 19th century, the plates are of a heavy opaque white glass becoming more translucent a...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Milk Glass

19th Century EAPG Lace Edge American Milk Glass 8" Plates, Set of Five
19th Century EAPG Lace Edge American Milk Glass 8" Plates, Set of Five

19th Century EAPG Lace Edge American Milk Glass 8" Plates, Set of Five

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A scarce set of five, EAPG, milk glass, lace edge plates, dating from the late Victorian Era, 1880-1890.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Milk Glass

19th Century EAPG Lace Edge American Milk Glass 9" Plates, Set of Four
19th Century EAPG Lace Edge American Milk Glass 9" Plates, Set of Four

19th Century EAPG Lace Edge American Milk Glass 9" Plates, Set of Four

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A scarce set of four, EAPG, milk glass, lace edge plates, dating from the late Victorian Era, 1880-1890.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Milk Glass

Midcentury Pair of Brazilian Table Lamps in Milk Glass with Wood Accents
Midcentury Pair of Brazilian Table Lamps in Milk Glass with Wood Accents

Midcentury Pair of Brazilian Table Lamps in Milk Glass with Wood Accents

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage pair of highly modernistic table lamps, produced in Brazil, circa 1960s, each with single sockets over stems in white milk glass, accented by wood banding and circular base...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Milk Glass, Wood

Pair of Midcentury Milk Glass Globe Table Lamps on Chrome Spire Legs
Pair of Midcentury Milk Glass Globe Table Lamps on Chrome Spire Legs

Pair of Midcentury Milk Glass Globe Table Lamps on Chrome Spire Legs

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage pair of highly modernistic table lamps, each with a round white globe shade in milk glass, above spire legs and a circular base in polished chrome.

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Stilnovo Style Sconces with Dual Milk Glass Shades with Rosewood Accents
Pair of Stilnovo Style Sconces with Dual Milk Glass Shades with Rosewood Accents

Pair of Stilnovo Style Sconces with Dual Milk Glass Shades with Rosewood Accents

By Stilnovo

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of vintage circa 1950s sconces, in the style of Stilnovo, each with two lights, with milk glass shades, surmounted by tapered rosewood accents and detailing in brass and black...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Metal

Glass Candy Dish
Glass Candy Dish

Glass Candy Dish

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Glass candy dish with white milk glass edging - midcentury reminiscent of hobnail characteristics.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Milk Glass

Set of 3 Mid Century  Pyrex Glass Bowls, Fire King Brand- Red Dot decor
Set of 3 Mid Century  Pyrex Glass Bowls, Fire King Brand- Red Dot decor

Set of 3 Mid Century Pyrex Glass Bowls, Fire King Brand- Red Dot decor

Located in San Francisco, CA

It was produced in blue, pink, yellow, black, - white opaque glass was referd to "opal glass". The name milk glass is fairly recent.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Milk Glass

Large Vintage Fire King Tulip Mixing Bowl
Large Vintage Fire King Tulip Mixing Bowl

Large Vintage Fire King Tulip Mixing Bowl

Located in Fairfield, CA

A large vintage mixing bowl made by Fire King. Made out of thick milk glass with a lovely tulip pattern on two sides.

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Milk Glass

Mid Century Fire King Red Polka Dot Mixing Bowl
Mid Century Fire King Red Polka Dot Mixing Bowl

Mid Century Fire King Red Polka Dot Mixing Bowl

Located in Fairfield, CA

A large mid century milk glass mixing bowl. Decorated in a red polka dot pattern.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Milk Glass

Murano Italy Sixties Clown
Murano Italy Sixties Clown

Murano Italy Sixties Clown

Located in Antwerp, BE

Murano Glass:crystalline glass,enamelled glass,glass with threads of gold,multicoloured glass,milk glass.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Tommi Parzinger Silver Plate Ice Bucket
Tommi Parzinger Silver Plate Ice Bucket

Tommi Parzinger Silver Plate Ice Bucket

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional silver plate ice bucket by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths with milk glass liner.

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20th Century American Barware

Materials

Nickel

Large Vintage Black Octagon Salad Bowl by Arcoroc France
Large Vintage Black Octagon Salad Bowl by Arcoroc France

Large Vintage Black Octagon Salad Bowl by Arcoroc France

Located in Fairfield, CA

A large vintage black octagonal salad bowl. Made out of black milk glass. Great postmodern design and geometric angles.

Category

Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Milk Glass

MCM Salad Bowl on Stand - Spaghetti Drizzle by Hazel Atlas
MCM Salad Bowl on Stand - Spaghetti Drizzle by Hazel Atlas

MCM Salad Bowl on Stand - Spaghetti Drizzle by Hazel Atlas

Located in Fairfield, CA

Made of white milk glass with abstract drizzle lines in black.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Metal

Arc International France Yummy Smiley Face and Feet Breakfast Set
Arc International France Yummy Smiley Face and Feet Breakfast Set

Arc International France Yummy Smiley Face and Feet Breakfast Set

By Arc International

Located in Topeka, KS

The set contains two white milk glass cereal bowls, two white milk glass egg cups, two transparent glass milk or water drinking glasses, and two transparent glass juice glasses.

Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass, Milk Glass

Large Pair of White Hand Blown Glass Vases
Large Pair of White Hand Blown Glass Vases

Large Pair of White Hand Blown Glass Vases

Located in Bellport, NY

A Monumental pair of hand blown white milk glass vases.The glass has a fine and pure quality,together they make quite a statement.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Vases

French 19th Century Empire Porcelain Lidded Tureen
French 19th Century Empire Porcelain Lidded Tureen

French 19th Century Empire Porcelain Lidded Tureen

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A fabulous piece of porcelain so fine that the finish gleams and resembles milk glass. This wonderful tiny Empirically styled tureen is nicely decorated with banded gold gilding, has...

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Soup Tureens

Materials

Porcelain

Green, Brown and White German Glazed Ceramic Pendant with Opaline Glass Centre
Green, Brown and White German Glazed Ceramic Pendant with Opaline Glass Centre

Green, Brown and White German Glazed Ceramic Pendant with Opaline Glass Centre

Located in Houston, TX

Green, brown and white handcrafted glazed ceramic pendant with two sizes of cut-out circles around the middle. Has smooth milk glass center diffuser inside (open at the base).

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Milk Glass

Antique Cut Glass Footed Compote Dish With Chased Gold Florentine Trim.
Antique Cut Glass Footed Compote Dish With Chased Gold Florentine Trim.

Antique Cut Glass Footed Compote Dish With Chased Gold Florentine Trim.

By Westmorland

Located in New Orleans, LA

In the 1940s, the Brainards phased out the high-quality hand-decorated glass and began to produce primarily milk glass.

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Luigi Onesto Murano Sommerso Glass Thick Walled Vase Signed 3.7kg
Luigi Onesto Murano Sommerso Glass Thick Walled Vase Signed 3.7kg

Luigi Onesto Murano Sommerso Glass Thick Walled Vase Signed 3.7kg

By Luigi Onesto

Located in Torquay, GB

The interior is of white (milk) glass. Intricate colouring and details. The glass has an almost holographic effect when viewed under daylight.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Black and Gold Italian Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese
Black and Gold Italian Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese

Black and Gold Italian Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese

Located in New York, NY

Extraordinary Venetian vase, circa 1970s, exclusive Work of Art by Cenedese in mouth blown overlaid Murano glass, decorated with an extraordinary technique like the painting of a mod...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Vases

Pure Milk Willow Ware Milk Pail
Pure Milk Willow Ware Milk Pail

Pure Milk Willow Ware Milk Pail

Located in New York, NY

Extraordinary traditional milk pail with the Classic blue willow motif. Designed by Thomas Minton, circa 1790s. The blue willow pattern has been a staple in English housewares for o...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

African Milk Pours
African Milk Pours

African Milk Pours

Located in Wainscott, NY

These are beautiful milk pours from Africa. All are wooden with simple but elegant etchings around the lips and sides.

Category

20th Century Pitchers

Materials

Wood

Pure Country Milk
Pure Country Milk

Pure Country Milk

Sold|$24,000

Pure Country Milk

Located in New York, NY

19TH CENTURY DAIRY CONTAINER

Category

Antique 19th Century British Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Milk Pail Cocktail Shaker
Milk Pail Cocktail Shaker

Milk Pail Cocktail Shaker

By Reed & Barton

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A silver plated Milk Pail cocktail shaker with handle, corked pour spout and lid, a 64 OZ size, manufactured by the Reed & Barton company.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

19thc Rare Spongeware Milk Pitcher
19thc Rare Spongeware Milk Pitcher

19thc Rare Spongeware Milk Pitcher

Located in Los Angeles, CA

WONDERFUL 19THC SPONGEWARE MILK PITCHER IN GREAT CONDITION AND UNUSUAL FORM.THE DEEP BLUE GLAZE IS THE BEST.THE HANDLE HAS A FORMED PATTERN.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

English Advertising Milk Pitcher, Sadler
English Advertising Milk Pitcher, Sadler

English Advertising Milk Pitcher, Sadler

Located in Houston, TX

This is an English advertising pottery pitcher. The pitcher has a maker embossed mark on the bottom which reads Sadler England. James Sadler and Sons was a pottery manufacturer found...

Category

Early 20th Century English Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Large Milk Pail with Roses
Large Milk Pail with Roses

Large Milk Pail with Roses

Located in New York, NY

DAIRY BOWL, PORCELAIN.USED FOR DISPLAY IN 20TH CENTURY HIGH END DAIRY

Category

20th Century British Tableware

19th Century Spongeware Milk Pitcher
19th Century Spongeware Milk Pitcher

19th Century Spongeware Milk Pitcher

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This most unusual 19th century spongeware pitcher is in great condition with a minor base chip. No cracks. It is a great size to add to any collection.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Pitchers

Meissen Porcelain Milk Pot, 18th Century
Meissen Porcelain Milk Pot, 18th Century

Meissen Porcelain Milk Pot, 18th Century

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Meissen porcelain milk pot, 18th century Measures: H 16cm, W 14cm, W 10cm.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

19Thc Sponge Ware Milk Pitchers -Pair
19Thc Sponge Ware Milk Pitchers -Pair

19Thc Sponge Ware Milk Pitchers -Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Blue & white sponge ware milk or water pitchers.Sold as a pair and in fine condition.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

German Meissen Porcelain Milk Pitcher / Jug
German Meissen Porcelain Milk Pitcher / Jug

German Meissen Porcelain Milk Pitcher / Jug

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vilnius, LT

German Meissen porcelain milk pitcher / jug. Porcelain is hand painted partly in red colour with rich gold decor. The logo marked on the bottom.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Gold

French Porcelain Sèvres-Style Milk Pail
French Porcelain Sèvres-Style Milk Pail

French Porcelain Sèvres-Style Milk Pail

By Samson & Cie

Located in Downingtown, PA

Paris Porcelain Sèvres-style Milk Pail, late 19th century The cylindrical pail with four raised handles with ram head gilded terminals is painted with trellis-work roses with gr...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar c.1930
"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar c.1930

"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar c.1930

Located in Bath, GB

A rare find and complete, these German 1930's milk bottle shaped Cocktail sets were made by J .

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar, c.1930
"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar, c.1930

"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar, c.1930

Located in Bath, GB

A rare find, these German 1930's silver plated milk bottle shaped Cocktail sets were made by J .

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

George Jones Blossom Milk Jug Creamer
George Jones Blossom Milk Jug Creamer

George Jones Blossom Milk Jug Creamer

By George Jones

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

George Jones Majolica jug/creamer which features a branch handle, with blossom branching off on either side and a basket weave border to bottom. Colouration: turquoise, brown, green,...

Category

Antique 1870s Pitchers

Materials

Majolica

Colored Milk Pail With Brass Lid
Colored Milk Pail With Brass Lid

Colored Milk Pail With Brass Lid

Located in New York, NY

19TH CENTURY ENGLISH, PORCELAIN DIARY WEAR

Category

Antique 19th Century British Tableware

Vintage Blue Ceramic Milk Pitcher, France, 1960s
Vintage Blue Ceramic Milk Pitcher, France, 1960s

Vintage Blue Ceramic Milk Pitcher, France, 1960s

Located in New York City, NY

Vintage blue ceramic milk pitcher, France, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Pottery Sponge Ware Milk Pitcher
19th Century Pottery Sponge Ware Milk Pitcher

19th Century Pottery Sponge Ware Milk Pitcher

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century sponge ware milk or water pitcher is in great condition. The color is a deep blue and white.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Country Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Mid-century German Ceramic Milk Pitcher, 1960s
Mid-century German Ceramic Milk Pitcher, 1960s

Mid-century German Ceramic Milk Pitcher, 1960s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Ceramic milk jug representing a monk in religious habit. Dating from the 1960s, inscription of the date (1961) below. Stamped with the German brand and numbered. Very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

George Jones Majolica Pineapple Form Milk Jug
George Jones Majolica Pineapple Form Milk Jug

George Jones Majolica Pineapple Form Milk Jug

By George Jones

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

George Jones Majolica jug/pitcher which features a pineapple. Pink ground version. Colouration: ochre, green, pink, are predominant. This milk jug is part of a George Jones Pineapple...

Category

Antique 1870s Pitchers

Materials

Majolica

A Light Blue Mocha Covered Milk Jug
A Light Blue Mocha Covered Milk Jug

A Light Blue Mocha Covered Milk Jug

Located in Katonah, NY

An 18th century Mochaware milk or cream jug with an inlaid checkered band of black and white on a field of blue slip, vertically ribbed engine turning, a fabulous acorn finial on the...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Neoclassical Pottery

Pure Milk Pail With Cows Grazing
Pure Milk Pail With Cows Grazing

Pure Milk Pail With Cows Grazing

Located in New York, NY

PURE MILK PAIL WITH COWS GRAZING HAND PAINTED UNDER THE GLAZE

Category

Early 20th Century British Serving Bowls

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Milk Jugs and Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of milk jugs and glasses available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct milk jugs and glasses — often made from glass, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Find 543 antique and vintage milk jugs and glasses at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 22 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Milk jugs and glasses have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Milk jugs and glasses are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made milk jugs and glasses over the years, but those made by Venini, Meissen Porcelain and Reed & Barton are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Milk Jugs and Glasses?

Prices for milk jugs and glasses start at $24 and top out at $225,000 with the average selling for $1,232.

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