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Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Light, 1970
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Light, 1970

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Light, 1970

Located in Palermo, PA

variations of rounded forms. Composed of finely crafted Murano glass straws set on a gold-coated base, it

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 1950s Green Glass Decanters with Straw - Rustic Charm
Set of 4 1950s Green Glass Decanters with Straw - Rustic Charm

Set of 4 1950s Green Glass Decanters with Straw - Rustic Charm

Located in Manzano, IT

Set of 4 1950s Green Glass Decanters with Straw – Rustic Charm Enhance your collection with this

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1950s Italian Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Glass

Straw Marquetry Cheese Board, 1970s
Straw Marquetry Cheese Board, 1970s

Straw Marquetry Cheese Board, 1970s

Located in PARIS, FR

alternating shades of golden and brown straw. Features a removable circular glass top, central pedestal in

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Christian Dior Lucite and Vienna Straw Ashtray, Italy 1970s
Midcentury Christian Dior Lucite and Vienna Straw Ashtray, Italy 1970s

Midcentury Christian Dior Lucite and Vienna Straw Ashtray, Italy 1970s

By Christian Dior

Located in Roma, IT

Delightful Mid-Century ashtray made in clear lucite and Vienna straw. This charming ashtray is

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass, Straw

Christian Dior Mid-Century Ashtray in Lucite and Vienna Straw, Italy 1970s
Christian Dior Mid-Century Ashtray in Lucite and Vienna Straw, Italy 1970s

Christian Dior Mid-Century Ashtray in Lucite and Vienna Straw, Italy 1970s

By Christian Dior

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century round ashtray made in clear lucite and enriched inside with Vienna straw. The

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw, Lucite, Plexiglass

Argentinian Silver and 18K Gold Inlaid Mate Cup with Straw
Argentinian Silver and 18K Gold Inlaid Mate Cup with Straw

Argentinian Silver and 18K Gold Inlaid Mate Cup with Straw

Located in New York, NY

Argentinian 0.800 silver and wood mate cup with a straw (marked 18k at the top as shown) with

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20th Century Argentine Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Gold, Silver

Christian Dior Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Centerpiece Tray, Italy, 1970s
Christian Dior Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Centerpiece Tray, Italy, 1970s

Christian Dior Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Centerpiece Tray, Italy, 1970s

By Dior Home, Willy Rizzo

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful mid-century square centerpiece tray in solid brass, clear lucite, and Vienna straw. This

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces
1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces

1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces

By Gien

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Gien, a straw pattern cheese service, a server and eight plates, France, circa 1950s. The

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1950s French French Provincial Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Earthenware

Mid-Century Sterling & .900 Silver Sipping Straw Cocktail Spoon Set
Mid-Century Sterling & .900 Silver Sipping Straw Cocktail Spoon Set

Mid-Century Sterling & .900 Silver Sipping Straw Cocktail Spoon Set

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

This boxed set of six sipping straw cocktail or ice tea spoons are unsigned, but presumed to have

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Sterling Silver

Carl Auböck Straw Holder & Corkscrew, Walnut & Brass, Mid-Century Austria, 1950
Carl Auböck Straw Holder & Corkscrew, Walnut & Brass, Mid-Century Austria, 1950

Carl Auböck Straw Holder & Corkscrew, Walnut & Brass, Mid-Century Austria, 1950

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful, minimalistic Mid-Century Modern wooden straw holder with an integrated corkscrew

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Brass

12 Mexican 925 Sterling Silver Fish Sipper Straws Mid-Century Drink Stir 1960s
12 Mexican 925 Sterling Silver Fish Sipper Straws Mid-Century Drink Stir 1960s

12 Mexican 925 Sterling Silver Fish Sipper Straws Mid-Century Drink Stir 1960s

By Taxco

Located in Hyattsville, MD

This wonderful set of 12 mid-century vintage sterling silver sipper straws. Made in Mexico by TAXCO

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Straw Bundle Majolica Knife Rests Vallauris, circa 1950
Set of 12 Straw Bundle Majolica Knife Rests Vallauris, circa 1950

Set of 12 Straw Bundle Majolica Knife Rests Vallauris, circa 1950

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

Set of 12 straw bundle Majolica knife rests Vallauris, circa 1950. Vallauris, circa 1950.  

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Dior Home Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Vienna Straw Serving Tray
1970s Dior Home Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Vienna Straw Serving Tray

1970s Dior Home Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Vienna Straw Serving Tray

By Dior Home

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Luxurious 1970s Italian Brass and Vienna Straw Serving Tray (Dior Style) This elegant serving tray

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

Set of nine gold cutlery pieces with raised, straw-style handles
Set of nine gold cutlery pieces with raised, straw-style handles

Set of nine gold cutlery pieces with raised, straw-style handles

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Set of nine gold-plated cutlery sets with embossed reed-style handles. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Cabeça de escravo. Weight: 594.09 grams. Dimensions: 21x...

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20th Century European Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Silver

Set of 5 Mid-Century Cocktail Sipper Straws with Heart-Shaped Spoons, 1950s
Set of 5 Mid-Century Cocktail Sipper Straws with Heart-Shaped Spoons, 1950s

Set of 5 Mid-Century Cocktail Sipper Straws with Heart-Shaped Spoons, 1950s

By Gio Ponti, PM Italy

Located in Brescia, Brescia

This charming set of five vintage cocktail sipper straws is a beautiful example of Italian

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Straw Holder by Broggi Milano for Hotel Europa in the manner of Gio Ponti
Straw Holder by Broggi Milano for Hotel Europa in the manner of Gio Ponti

Straw Holder by Broggi Milano for Hotel Europa in the manner of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti, Fratelli Broggi, Milano

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

A rare art deco straw holder designed by Gio Ponti for Bar Pasticceria Alemagna at Piazza Duomo in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Table Vienna Straw
Italian Table Vienna Straw

Italian Table Vienna Straw

$2,914Sale Price|20% Off

Italian Table Vienna Straw

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Milano, IT

round top is a true masterpiece: in the center, it features a refined weave of Vienna straw, adding a

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw, Glass, Wood

Boréns Boras table Lamps Glass with original straw shade Sweden 1960
Boréns Boras table Lamps Glass with original straw shade Sweden 1960

Boréns Boras table Lamps Glass with original straw shade Sweden 1960

By Boréns Borås

Located in Paris, FR

Rare model of Table lamps by Borén Boras with glass brass and straw shade on Brass stick mid 20th

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw, Glass

Dior Home Attrib. Posacenere in Vetro Acrilico, Ottone e Paglia di Vienna
Dior Home Attrib. Posacenere in Vetro Acrilico, Ottone e Paglia di Vienna

Dior Home Attrib. Posacenere in Vetro Acrilico, Ottone e Paglia di Vienna

By Dior Home

Located in Naples, IT

Raffinato posacenere italiano in lucite, paglia di Vienna e ottone, anni 70, design per Dior Home. Questo elegante pezzo unisce un'artigianalita' senza tempo a un design sofisticato,...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Glass and Vienna Straw Wicker Italian Box 1970s Christian Dior Style
Midcentury Glass and Vienna Straw Wicker Italian Box 1970s Christian Dior Style

Midcentury Glass and Vienna Straw Wicker Italian Box 1970s Christian Dior Style

By Christian Dior

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful Mid-Century decorative round box made in clear crystal glass with a stylish lid in brass

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Wicker, Straw, Lucite

Rare and Very Early Relief Teapot by Danish Jens Harald Quistgaad Ihq, 1960s
Rare and Very Early Relief Teapot by Danish Jens Harald Quistgaad Ihq, 1960s

Rare and Very Early Relief Teapot by Danish Jens Harald Quistgaad Ihq, 1960s

By Jens Quistgaard, Kronjyden

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Rare and very early tea pot from the well known service RELIEF launched in 1959 designed by Danish Jens Harald Quistgaard IHQ. The tea pot has a brass + rattan handle and an embos...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

Hollywood regency tuxedo set, lucite and Vienna stray, Italy 1970s
Hollywood regency tuxedo set, lucite and Vienna stray, Italy 1970s

Hollywood regency tuxedo set, lucite and Vienna stray, Italy 1970s

Located in Firenze, IT

Smoking Set, ashtray, table lighter and cigars box Italy 1970 Lucite, Vienna stray & brass Ashtray: H 16 x 16 x 1.5 cm Table Lighter: H 7.5 x 8 x 8 cm Cigars box: H 6 x 18 x 11...

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw, Plexiglass

Midcentury Serving Tray Lucite, Wicker & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Midcentury Serving Tray Lucite, Wicker & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

Midcentury Serving Tray Lucite, Wicker & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

By Dior Home, Christian Dior

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing hexagonal serving tray or centerpiece in lucite, wicker and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Great accessory for any ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hollywood regency bamboo and brass tray, Italy 1970s
Hollywood regency bamboo and brass tray, Italy 1970s

Hollywood regency bamboo and brass tray, Italy 1970s

Located in Firenze, IT

Hollywood regency bamboo and nickel plated brass tray Italy 1970s H 4,5 cm 40 cm diam. Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Wall Art Piece in Straw, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Midcentury Wall Art Piece in Straw, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Midcentury Wall Art Piece in Straw, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Located in Zohor, SK

flowers are made out of straw. The art is under a glass which protects it. Excellent condition. Original

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw, Glass, Wood

Centerpiece Lucite, Wicker and Chrome Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Centerpiece Lucite, Wicker and Chrome Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

Centerpiece Lucite, Wicker and Chrome Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

By Christian Dior, Dior Home

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing octagonal serving tray or centerpiece in lucite, wicker and chrome in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Great accessory for any...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Bottle Holder in Lucite, Wicker and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Bottle Holder in Lucite, Wicker and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

Bottle Holder in Lucite, Wicker and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

By Christian Dior

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful bottle holder in lucite, wicker and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Great accessory for any modern interior.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal

Centerpiece Tray Lucite, Wicker & Chrome Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Centerpiece Tray Lucite, Wicker & Chrome Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

Centerpiece Tray Lucite, Wicker & Chrome Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s

By Janetti, Christian Dior

Located in Rome, IT

Rectangular serving tray centerpiece in wicker and lucite with chrome borders in the style of Christian Dior. Great accessory for any modern interior. Made in Italy in the 19...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Round coffee table in wood and Vienna straw
Round coffee table in wood and Vienna straw

Round coffee table in wood and Vienna straw

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Milano, IT

Round coffee table in wood and Vienna straw with glass top. Italian 1970s manufacture.

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Late 20th Century Italian Bohemian Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw

1980s Mid-century Modern Glass Italian Table Lamp with Vienna Straw Lampshade
1980s Mid-century Modern Glass Italian Table Lamp with Vienna Straw Lampshade

1980s Mid-century Modern Glass Italian Table Lamp with Vienna Straw Lampshade

By Christian Dior

Located in Aci Castello, IT

that combines the sleekness of glass with the organic texture of Vienna straw. This lamp embodies the

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Serving Tray Lucite, Rattan & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970
Midcentury Serving Tray Lucite, Rattan & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970

Midcentury Serving Tray Lucite, Rattan & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970

By Christian Dior, Dior Home

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing large rectangular serving tray or centerpiece in lucite, rattan and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Great accessory ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Round Venini Cascade Chandeliers Straws Violet Murano Glass Italian
Pair of Round Venini Cascade Chandeliers Straws Violet Murano Glass Italian

Pair of Round Venini Cascade Chandeliers Straws Violet Murano Glass Italian

By Venini

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Pair of round Venini Cascade Chandeliers Straws Violet Murano Glass Italian. 1 light bulb E27 Max

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Murano Glass

Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Chrome Christian Dior Style Home, Italy 1970s
Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Chrome Christian Dior Style Home, Italy 1970s

Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Chrome Christian Dior Style Home, Italy 1970s

By Dior Home, Christian Dior

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury wonderful rectangular serving tray in lucite, rattan and chrome in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. This item is a wonderful addition to eve...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Straw Colored Murano Glass Vase attr. to Fratelli Toso with Aventurine
Straw Colored Murano Glass Vase attr. to Fratelli Toso with Aventurine

Straw Colored Murano Glass Vase attr. to Fratelli Toso with Aventurine

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Murano glass with autumnal colors and aventurine. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Octagonal Dining Table with Vienna Straw Base
Mid-Century Modern Italian Octagonal Dining Table with Vienna Straw Base

Mid-Century Modern Italian Octagonal Dining Table with Vienna Straw Base

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian octagonal top glass dining table with Vienna straw and brass base from

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

Umberto Mascagni Chrome and Straw Marquetry Picture Frame, circa 1970
Umberto Mascagni Chrome and Straw Marquetry Picture Frame, circa 1970

Umberto Mascagni Chrome and Straw Marquetry Picture Frame, circa 1970

By Umberto Mascagni

Located in Atlanta, GA

piece boasts chromed metal and straw marquetry combinations. The metal easel at the back has a rotating

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Hollywood Regency Gilt Chandelier with Straw Fringe in Amber Murano Glass
Hollywood Regency Gilt Chandelier with Straw Fringe in Amber Murano Glass

Hollywood Regency Gilt Chandelier with Straw Fringe in Amber Murano Glass

Located in Coimbra, PT

Glass Fringe Diameter 17.72 in/ 45 cm Height 33.47 in/ 85 cm 5 light bulbs E14/ Good working condition

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Set of 2 Hollywood regency lamps in brass and Vienna straw, Italy 60's / 70's
Set of 2 Hollywood regency lamps in brass and Vienna straw, Italy 60's / 70's

Set of 2 Hollywood regency lamps in brass and Vienna straw, Italy 60's / 70's

Located in Firenze, IT

framed by a brass frame. A pyramid-shaped lamp in brass, glass and Vienna straw. Italian manufacture

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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Metal, Brass

French 1940s Straw Veneered Rectangular Shaped Frame Wall Mirror
French 1940s Straw Veneered Rectangular Shaped Frame Wall Mirror

French 1940s Straw Veneered Rectangular Shaped Frame Wall Mirror

Located in Queens, NY

French 1940s straw veneered rectangular shaped frame wall mirror with scroll and sunburst design.  

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20th Century French Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Glass

Vintage bamboo and Vienna straw magazine rack, Italy 1960s
Vintage bamboo and Vienna straw magazine rack, Italy 1960s

Vintage bamboo and Vienna straw magazine rack, Italy 1960s

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

stand. Its unique shape and intricate details crafted from original Vienna straw make it the perfect

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of 1950s Green Glass Demijohns - Vintage Italian Charm
Pair of 1950s Green Glass Demijohns - Vintage Italian Charm

Pair of 1950s Green Glass Demijohns - Vintage Italian Charm

Located in Manzano, IT

Pair of 1950s Green Glass Demijohns – Vintage Italian Charm Add a touch of retro elegance to your

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1950s Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw, Glass

Aldo Tura Illuminated Bar Cabinet in Cherry Brass and Mirrored Glass
Aldo Tura Illuminated Bar Cabinet in Cherry Brass and Mirrored Glass

Aldo Tura Illuminated Bar Cabinet in Cherry Brass and Mirrored Glass

By Aldo Tura

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Aldo Tura, bar cabinet, braided straw, mirrored glass, brass, glass, cherry, Italy, 1940s This

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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Round Table with Smoked Glass Top and 3 Wooden Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Italian Round Table with Smoked Glass Top and 3 Wooden Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Italian Round Table with Smoked Glass Top and 3 Wooden Chairs

By Ceccotti

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian round cherry wood table with smoked glass top and 3 wooden chairs in the

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Straws

Materials

Straw, Smoked Glass, Wood

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Vintage Glass Straws For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage glass straws available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and natural fiber, all vintage glass straws available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of vintage glass straws available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage glass straws made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Carl Auböck, Tiffany & Co. and Venini each produced beautiful vintage glass straws that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage Glass Straws?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $975, while they’re typically $89 on the low end and $8,174 highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Glass Straws
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.