How is ruby glass made?

How ruby glass is made involves adding a dissolved gold solution called gold chloride to the molten glass. In some cases, glassmakers also add a small amount of tin. You'll find a variety of ruby glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do you identify an antique vase?

To tell if a vase is antique, look for a mark on the bottom of the vase either a NIPPON mark or an overmark over the original maker’s mark.

When was ruby red glass made?

Deep red ruby glass was made in the ancient world, but the process of making the color was lost for centuries before it was rediscovered in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ruby glass from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is ruby red glass?

Ruby red glass is a type of glass with a vibrant red color that comes from gold chloride. Ancient glassmakers once used the technique, which was then lost for centuries. In 1676, Andreas Cassius rediscovered the process, but it wasn’t until the end of the 19th century that glassworks began manufacturing ruby red glass in large quantities. Shop a selection of ruby red glassware on 1stDibs.

What is Bohemian ruby glass?

In the 19th century, Bohemian glassmakers produced a ruby shade of glass by using copper. It was carved and enameled in the decorative Bohemian style. You’ll find a variety of Bohemian ruby glass products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Is ruby glass valuable?

Yes, some ruby glass is valuable. Generally, the selling price of ruby glass has appreciated over the years, largely because collectors prize its appearance, and the delicate nature of the glass has led to breakage, limiting the available supply. How much a particular piece is worth depends on its age, maker, type and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can provide you with an estimate of your piece's value. Find a variety of ruby glass on 1stDibs.

How are glass vases made?

Glass vases are typically made by glass-blowing. Although techniques vary, glass-blowing generally involves heating glass components to very high temperatures to liquefy them. Then, artisans blow air into the glass through a long tube to shape it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of glass vases from some of the world's top sellers.

How do I date glass vases?

To date glass vases, search for a maker's mark, usually located on the bottom of the piece. Find the marking on an authoritative online resource and use details about the style of the vase to estimate the age. A licensed appraiser can help you date unmarked vases. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique and vintage glass vases on 1stDibs.

What is a fluted glass vase?

A fluted glass vase is an open-topped decorative vessel made out of glass that has a finely ribbed surface. People often use fluted vases as standalone decorations and for arranging flowers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique glass vases.

How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?

To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.

How can I tell if I have a swung glass vase?

To tell if you have a swung vase, first examine the seam along the body. On swung vases, this seam is usually more prominent near the base and becomes fainter and fainter as it travels upward toward the neck. Also, swung vases tend to have irregularly shaped pinched or dipped openings. Find a collection of swung vases on 1stDibs.

How do I identify a Viking glass vase?

To identify a Viking glass vase, first search the piece for a maker's mark that displays the Viking name. Because the manufacturer often used foil stamps to mark its work, older pieces may be missing their identifying labels. Should you not find a mark, browse Viking glass catalogues shared on trusted online resources, looking for images that match your vase. For further help identifying unmarked glassware, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Viking glass vases.

How do you identify a Murano glass vase?

To identify a Murano glass vase, see if you can find a stamp or tag on the bottom or interior. Murano is a Venetian island home to dozens of glassmakers rather than a single brand. As a result, authentic Murano glass vases may feature a variety of markings. Researching the specific marks found on your vase can help you determine if it originated from Murano. For unmarked pieces, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer due to the large number of knockoffs. Find a selection of Murano glass vases on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if it’s real ruby red glass?

To tell real ruby red glass, look at the cuts used throughout the design. Most ruby red glass has sharp, dramatic cuts. Because it is easy to confuse with pressed glass, consider having the object evaluated by an experienced and licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of expertly vetted ruby red glass on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a Murano glass vase is real?

To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Shop a collection of Murano glass vases on 1stDibs.

Ruby Glass Vase

Crystal Vase Czech Republic

Flavio Poli Murano Vase - Italian Glass Design, Sommerso technique

$8,200

Flavio Poli Murano Vase - Italian Glass Design, Sommerso technique

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

He won several awards: The Compasso d'Oro in 1954 for a blue-ruby glass vase he designed for Seguso. Five Grand Prix awards at various Milan Triennials.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

A.Ve.M. Murano Ruby Red Clear Ribbon Italian Art Glass Ruffle Rim Flower Vase

$1,120Sale Price / item|20% Off

A.Ve.M. Murano Ruby Red Clear Ribbon Italian Art Glass Ruffle Rim Flower Vase

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Priced Per Item (there are 2 vases available as shown). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown ruby red and clear Italian art glass footed flower vase.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ruby Red Murano Glass Vase with Iron Grape Vines Ascribable to Umberto Bellotto

$681

Ruby Red Murano Glass Vase with Iron Grape Vines Ascribable to Umberto Bellotto

By Umberto Bellotto

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1930s. This vase is made in Murano glass vase and features a polychrome hand-wrought iron base. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, b...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Murano Art Glass Ruby Red Small Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, 1960s

$471Sale Price|25% Off

Italian Murano Art Glass Ruby Red Small Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, 1960s

By Seguso, Flavio Poli

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this Murano glass vase, attributed to the legendary Flavio Poli for Seguso.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli, Italy, 1950, Sommerso technique

$7,600

Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli, Italy, 1950, Sommerso technique

By Flavio Poli

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

He won several awards: The Compasso d'Oro in 1954 for a blue-ruby glass vase he designed for Seguso. Five Grand Prix awards at various Milan Triennials.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Glass Vase – Starburst and Lattice Motif

$309

Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Glass Vase – Starburst and Lattice Motif

Located in Bochum, NRW

This Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Vase is a breathtaking example of traditional European glass artistry.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Erik Höglund Signed Ruby Red Swedish Art Glass Vase for Boda c. 1960

$495

Vintage Erik Höglund Signed Ruby Red Swedish Art Glass Vase for Boda c. 1960

By Erik Höglund, Kosta Boda

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vintage Swedish Ruby Red Art Glass Vase by Erik Hoglund for Boda circa 1960.

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Ruby Red Glass Bud Vases, Italy 1970s

$627

Pair of Murano Ruby Red Glass Bud Vases, Italy 1970s

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

A striking pair of Murano glass bud vases crafted in vibrant ruby red glass with elegant clear sculptural bases.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

Materials

Murano Glass

Important Heavy 19th C Moser French Glass Bohemian Ruby Red Stencil Floral Vase

$2,750Sale Price|50% Off

Important Heavy 19th C Moser French Glass Bohemian Ruby Red Stencil Floral Vase

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are Offering is A Magnificent Rare 19th Century Bohemian Ruby Red Vase, attributed to Moser. Vase has a Beautiful Swirls of Red and Clear Swags with Outstanding...

Category

20th Century Vases

Hand Blown Murano Moon Vase in Ruby Red Medium

$3,325

Hand Blown Murano Moon Vase in Ruby Red Medium

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This exquisite vase features a luxurious matte red exterior with polished beveled edges creating a striking visual and tactile experience. The deep, rich red glaze is inspired by the...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Bohemian Faceted Ruby Glass, circa 1930s

$650

Bohemian Faceted Ruby Glass, circa 1930s

Located in New York, NY

Bohemian faceted ruby glass, circa 1930s.

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bohemian Vases

Materials

Glass

A Large Bohemian Style Ruby cut to clear Vase

$1,725

A Large Bohemian Style Ruby cut to clear Vase

Located in Norton, MA

A Large Bohemian Style Ruby Cut to Clear Art Glass Vase This Bohemian-style Ruby cut-to-clear vase is a beautiful handblown example of this.

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bohemian Vases

Materials

Glass

Egermann Art Deco Ruby Cut Overlay Vase, Czechoslovakia, circa 1920

$394

Egermann Art Deco Ruby Cut Overlay Vase, Czechoslovakia, circa 1920

By Friedrich Egermann

Located in Praha, CZ

Art Deco Egermann ruby cut overlay glass vase produced in Czechoslovakia around 1920.

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

A Pair of Large Ruby and Clear Trumpet Vases

$1,750 / set

A Pair of Large Ruby and Clear Trumpet Vases

Located in Norton, MA

A Pair of Large Ruby and Clear Trumpet Vases with a very rich ruby color down to the base became clear. They have very elegant forms from the circular bases narrowed up and increased...

Category

20th Century American Vases

Materials

Glass

Large Italian Empoli Ruby Red Dimpled Glass Brandy Snifter Flower Vase 13"

$200Sale Price|20% Off

Large Italian Empoli Ruby Red Dimpled Glass Brandy Snifter Flower Vase 13"

By Empoli

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century Empoli, Italian oversized brandy snifter / centerpiece vase crafted of dimpled ruby red glass with a lightly scalloped upper edge and clear base with twisted stem.

Category

20th Century Italian Barware

Materials

Glass

Italian Art Glass Empoli Decanter Ewer Cruet Vase Bottle w Stopper Ruby Red

$675Sale Price|25% Off

Italian Art Glass Empoli Decanter Ewer Cruet Vase Bottle w Stopper Ruby Red

By Empoli

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A monumental Italian art glass decanter, ewer, cruet, vase or bottle with stopper in a rich ruby red color attributed to Empoli.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ruby Vase Crystalex by Pavel Hlava, 1968s

$523

Ruby Vase Crystalex by Pavel Hlava, 1968s

By Pavel Hlava

Located in Praha, CZ

Vase was designed by Pavel Hlava in 1968 for Borse Glass.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

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

$615 / set

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

By VEB

Located in Berlin, DE

A pair of heavy ruby-red crystal vases produced by VEB Ilmkristall in Ilmenau, East Germany, during the 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Ruby over Yellow Uranium Cut-Glass Vase by Val St Lambert VSL

$1,637

Art Deco Ruby over Yellow Uranium Cut-Glass Vase by Val St Lambert VSL

By Val Saint Lambert, Joseph Simon

Located in London, by appointment only

A splendid "rose over yellow" (original catalogue description) crystal vase with a straight neck above the angular bulbous body. The vase is cut to clear with lenses, splits and flat...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Uranium Glass

Monumental Bohemian Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Flower Form Vase, Circa 1880

$3,800

Monumental Bohemian Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Flower Form Vase, Circa 1880

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Monumental Bohemian Ruby Cut-to-Clear Crystal Flower-Form Vase, Circa 1880 A monumental and brilliantly executed Bohemian ruby cut-to-clear crystal vase, circa 1880, of exceptional ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century High Victorian Vases

Materials

Cut Glass

21st Century Karim Rashid Small Bowl Murano Glass Ruby

$1,699 / item

21st Century Karim Rashid Small Bowl Murano Glass Ruby

By Karim Rashid, Purho Murano

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Kastle small bowl, Murano glass, by Karim Rashid, 21st century. Karim Rashid has conceived for Purho a mini collection of bowls and vases characterized by their faceted, structural ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Murano Flavio Poli For Seguso Uranium Green & Ruby Sommerso Vase ca. 1960s

$3,402

Rare Murano Flavio Poli For Seguso Uranium Green & Ruby Sommerso Vase ca. 1960s

Located in Nottingham, GB

This magnificent Murano Sommerso uranium glass vase, attributed to renowned Italian glass designer Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte, is a striking example of mid-century Venetian ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Glass

Mid-20th Century Bohemian Ruby Red Cut-to-Clear Crystal Vase

$650

Mid-20th Century Bohemian Ruby Red Cut-to-Clear Crystal Vase

Located in Dallas, TX

Brilliantly faceted and richly colored, this mid-20th century Bohemian crystal vase exemplifies the bold artistry of cut-to-clear glasswork. Crafted circa 1950–1970, the piece featur...

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Vases

Materials

Crystal

Early 20th Century Ruby Red "Art Deco Vase" by Val St. Lambert

$3,198

Early 20th Century Ruby Red "Art Deco Vase" by Val St. Lambert

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in London, GB

An impressive early 20th Century Art Deco clear glass vase cased in deep ruby red and cut to clear glass design in an Art Deco decorative style with excellent colour and detail, sign...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass

Vintage Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Ruby Red Cut to Clear Bud Vase

$225

Vintage Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Ruby Red Cut to Clear Bud Vase

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage crystal bud vase is a fine example of ruby red cut-to-clear glass, manufactured in Europe for centuries.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Biedermeier Vases

Materials

Crystal

Hand-Crafted Art Deco Ruby-Red & Clear Glass Perfume Bottle

$397 / item

Hand-Crafted Art Deco Ruby-Red & Clear Glass Perfume Bottle

Located in Bristol, GB

This elegant Art Glass Perfume Bottle evokes the glamour of bygone eras with its refined form and exceptional craftsmanship. Standing 16 cm tall, the bottle combines rich ruby-red gl...

Category

2010s North American Art Deco Bottles

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass

Carlo Moretti Hand-Blown Murano Glass Pencil Vase, Italy, 1970s

$993

Carlo Moretti Hand-Blown Murano Glass Pencil Vase, Italy, 1970s

By Carlo Moretti

Located in Glasgow, GB

Executed in a striking and seldom-seen combination of rich ruby red and amber glass, the vase balances sculptural presence with refined simplicity.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Impressive Tall Heavy Cut Vase, Antique Val Saint Lambert. Great Ruby Color

$1,195Sale Price|70% Off

Impressive Tall Heavy Cut Vase, Antique Val Saint Lambert. Great Ruby Color

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A large and custom piece, possibly done for an exhibition, we have the pleasure of offering for sale this wonderful presentation vase. A Classic signature piece from the storied glas...

Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Vases

Materials

Cut Glass

Lukáš Jabůrek Spring Mouth-Blown, Hand-Cut Crystal Glass Bowl - Ruby

$2,677

Lukáš Jabůrek Spring Mouth-Blown, Hand-Cut Crystal Glass Bowl - Ruby

By Lukas Jaburek

Located in Prague, CZ

Hand-blown edition of cut crystal vases and bowls by master glassmaker Lukáš Jabůrek, rendered in soft tones of pastel opal. Each piece is blown into wooden beech molds, with the cut...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

ca. 1890 Victorian Uranium Ruby Blue Opalescent Glass Three Trumpet Epergne 23”

$2,041

ca. 1890 Victorian Uranium Ruby Blue Opalescent Glass Three Trumpet Epergne 23”

Located in Nottingham, GB

The impressive 23-inch centrepiece combines ruby, blue opalescent, white and uranium/vaseline glass, creating a wonderfully vibrant colour palette.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Vases

Materials

Glass

Italian Murano Glass Centerpiece Bowl, Ruby Red with 24-Karat Gold Finishes

$3,090

Italian Murano Glass Centerpiece Bowl, Ruby Red with 24-Karat Gold Finishes

Located in Villaverla, IT

Italian Murano glass footed centerpiece chalice showcases opulent historic Venetian art glass design. Handcrafted in Italy, this ceremonial goblet vessel features deep ruby red glass...

Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf, Gold

Antique Bohemian Glass Set, circa 1880, Bohemian Crystal, Ruby Red and Yellow

$398 / set

Antique Bohemian Glass Set, circa 1880, Bohemian Crystal, Ruby Red and Yellow

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful glass set made of Bohemian glass. The set consists of a large ruby serving bowl, a small ruby glass and a small sunny yellow vase.

Category

Antique 1880s German Vases

Materials

Crystal

Rare French C1850 Napoleon III Ruby Ruffle Glass Epergne Gilded Bronze & Marble

$1,327

Rare French C1850 Napoleon III Ruby Ruffle Glass Epergne Gilded Bronze & Marble

Located in Nottingham, GB

A rare and highly decorative French Napoleon III-period epergne, dating to approximately 1850, combining a beautifully formed ruby glass flute with a small gilded bronze and marble p...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Vases

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Barovier Seguso Ferro Murano Red White Italian Art Glass Decorative Flower Vase

$1,480Sale Price|20% Off

Barovier Seguso Ferro Murano Red White Italian Art Glass Decorative Flower Vase

By Barovier Seguso & Ferro, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful and rare, antique Murano hand blown rich ruby red Italian art glass flower vase, with white leaf handle decorations dusted with gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Monumental Pr Moser jeweled Ruby-Red Overlay Two-Piece 24k Gold, Enameled Vases

$48,777 / set

Monumental Pr Moser jeweled Ruby-Red Overlay Two-Piece 24k Gold, Enameled Vases

By Moser Glassworks

Located in New York, NY

A monumental pair of antique 19th century Moser ruby-red overlay two-piece jeweled and 24-karat two toned, burnished and matte gold vases.

Category

Antique 1890s Czech Louis XVI Vases

Materials

Glass

Pair of Large Marble Bronze and Ruby Glass Cornucopias, circa 1840

$9,500

Pair of Large Marble Bronze and Ruby Glass Cornucopias, circa 1840

Located in New York, NY

Pair of large marble bronze and ruby glass cornucopias, circa 1840.

Category

Antique 1840s French Vases

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Moser Lidded "Ruby Cabochon" Pattern Gilt Glass Box

$495

Antique Moser Lidded "Ruby Cabochon" Pattern Gilt Glass Box

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A circular faceted box with hinged lid, circa late 19th century. Overall gilt patterned decoration with raised ruby tone glass panels. The domed lid with faceted finial. Brass mounts...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Jars

Materials

Brass

Vintage Swedish Red Art Glass Vase by Erik Höglund for Boda

$595

Vintage Swedish Red Art Glass Vase by Erik Höglund for Boda

By Erik Höglund, Kosta Boda

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vintage Swedish Ruby Red Art Glass Vase by Erik Hoglund for Boda circa 1960.

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Exquisite Pair of Bohemian Style Gilt-Decorated Opaque White and Ruby Glass Port

$3,000 / set

Exquisite Pair of Bohemian Style Gilt-Decorated Opaque White and Ruby Glass Port

Located in New York, NY

An ornate pair of ruby red bohemian glass portrait vases with white enamel, gold painted ornament and lithograph printed portraits.

Category

Antique 19th Century Czech Vases

Materials

Enamel

Handmade Ruby Glass Vessels Set by Furthur Design, Modern Decor, 2026

$750 / set

Handmade Ruby Glass Vessels Set by Furthur Design, Modern Decor, 2026

By Furthur Design

Located in New York, NY

The Branded series is a set of modern design objects which each feature a hand impressed brand that highlights these wholly handmade vessels. For color, each piece features a transpa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Deep Ruby Red and Black Mid-Century Modern Bohemia Glass Vessels

$433 / set

Set of Deep Ruby Red and Black Mid-Century Modern Bohemia Glass Vessels

By Bohemia Crystal

Located in Barcelona, ES

Set of deep ruby red and black art glass vase and bowl made by Bohemia Glass, Czechoslovakia 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

RARE 19th C Large Handcut Heavy Etched Diamond Cut Ruby Red Etched Crystal Vase

$900Sale Price|50% Off

RARE 19th C Large Handcut Heavy Etched Diamond Cut Ruby Red Etched Crystal Vase

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Antique Lovely HEAVY HANDCUT Red Ruby Hand Crystal Glass Vase. Vase is Finely Detailed Throughout in a Magnificent Pattern Surrounded Thr...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Vases

Materials

Crystal

Antique Moser Ruby Glass Perfume Bottle Silver Guilloché Enamel Top 1913 Rare

$1,327

Antique Moser Ruby Glass Perfume Bottle Silver Guilloché Enamel Top 1913 Rare

Located in Nottingham, GB

An exceptional antique Moser ruby glass perfume bottle, richly enamelled and gilded and fitted with an English hallmarked silver and blue guilloché enamel cover dating to 1913. The ...

Category

Early 20th Century Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Mid-Century Modern Smoked Ruby Red Murano Blown Glass Italian Bottle, 1970s

$346Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Smoked Ruby Red Murano Blown Glass Italian Bottle, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Mid-Century Modern smoked ruby red Murano blown glass bottle. This fantastic piece was designed in Italy during the 1970s. This piece is outstanding thanks to the material, a brea...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Smoked Glass

Pair of Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Cut Glass Decanters with Gilded Grapevine Vine

$2,586

Pair of Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Cut Glass Decanters with Gilded Grapevine Vine

Located in London, GB

An exquisite and dramatic pair of late 19th-century antique Bohemian ruby red cut crystal decanters. Each bottle features an elegant, slender, octagonal panel-cut body that tapers be...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Czech Bohemian Bottles

Materials

Glass

Antique Yellow Gold, Garnet, Ruby, Hardstone and Glass Scent Bottle, circa 1845

$6,737

Antique Yellow Gold, Garnet, Ruby, Hardstone and Glass Scent Bottle, circa 1845

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive 18 carat yellow gold, 0.43 carat garnet, 0.08 carat ruby, green coloured hardstone and glass scent bottle; an addition to our diverse ornamental c...

Category

Antique 1840s Bottles

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Metal

Livio Seguso for Bisazza: A Rare Ruby Scavo Collection

$5,470 / set

Livio Seguso for Bisazza: A Rare Ruby Scavo Collection

By Bisazza Vetro, Livio Seguso

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Each piece is executed in a rare Ruby glass and carries a waving "morisa" bead that highlights the textured surface.

Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Exquisite Rare Magnificent French Benito Ruby Crystal Bronze Centerpiece Vase

$3,600Sale Price|80% Off

Exquisite Rare Magnificent French Benito Ruby Crystal Bronze Centerpiece Vase

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering is A Magnificent Beautiful Large French Empire Style Handcut Red Crystal Bronze Centerpiece Vase Urn. Beautifully done with Fine 24KT Gold Leaf and...

Category

20th Century French Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal

Big Collina Vase Extracolor XXL Blue and Ruby by Corsi Design Factory

$2,060

Big Collina Vase Extracolor XXL Blue and Ruby by Corsi Design Factory

By Corsi Design Factory

Located in Milan, IT

Part of the Big Collina Extra Colour series designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for the Fish Design collection, this piece is a versatile addition to a contemporary home. It is a vase,...

Category

2010s Italian Centerpieces

Materials

Resin

Mid century vintage large Blenko Handblown ruby red jar with stopper

$385

Mid century vintage large Blenko Handblown ruby red jar with stopper

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a mid century vintage Handblown deep ruby red Blenko jar with stopper. This is an early Blenko piece circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Glass

Murano, 1950, Italian, Attributed to Flavio Poli, Techniques: Sommerso

$8,400

Murano, 1950, Italian, Attributed to Flavio Poli, Techniques: Sommerso

By Flavio Poli

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

He won several awards: The Compasso d'Oro in 1954 for a blue-ruby glass vase he designed for Seguso. Five Grand Prix awards at various Milan Triennials.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

20th Century Murano Pocket Emptier Bowl in violat & blue, rare decorative

$300Sale Price|20% Off

20th Century Murano Pocket Emptier Bowl in violat & blue, rare decorative

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

(Industrie Vetraie Artistiche Murano) as a designer of glasswareHe was appointed artistic director of Barovier, Seguso & Ferro (later Seguso Vetri d’Arte) in 1934, where he devised a...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano, 1920, Italian, Attributed to Flavio Poli. Sommerso technique

$3,670

Murano, 1920, Italian, Attributed to Flavio Poli. Sommerso technique

By Flavio Poli

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

He won several awards: The Compasso d'Oro in 1954 for a blue-ruby glass vase he designed for Seguso. Five Grand Prix awards at various Milan Triennials.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, Italian Atribuido a Flavio Poli, Techniques: Sommerso, Hand-modeled

$7,200

Murano, Italian Atribuido a Flavio Poli, Techniques: Sommerso, Hand-modeled

By Flavio Poli

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

He won several awards: The Compasso d'Oro in 1954 for a blue-ruby glass vase he designed for Seguso. Five Grand Prix awards at various Milan Triennials.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1950, Italian Attributed to Flavio Poli, Sommerso technique

$8,900

Murano, 1950, Italian Attributed to Flavio Poli, Sommerso technique

By Flavio Poli

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

He won several awards: The Compasso d'Oro in 1954 for a blue-ruby glass vase he designed for Seguso. Five Grand Prix awards at various Milan Triennials.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Escultura de murano Flavio poli

$1,700

Escultura de murano Flavio poli

By Flavio Poli

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Poli received one of the first Compasso d'Oro awards in 1954 for the Seguso ruby-blue glass vase, "Mod. 9822." He left Seguso in 1963.

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

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How is ruby glass made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
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