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Opera Theatre Glasses, Binoculars with Leather Case
Located in Miami, FL
Good quality pair of opera glasses, binoculars with their original leather case. In very good
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20th Century French Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Brass Lorgnettes 'Long-Handled Opera Glasses' Mid-Century Italian Design 1930s
Located in Palermo, IT
A splendid pair of 'lorgnettes' (long-handled opera, or theatre, glasses). Lorgnettes, eye glasses
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1930s Italian Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Brass

Rare B&G 'Bing & Gröndahl' Theatre Bowl, Limited Edition
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare B&G (Bing & Gröndahl) theatre bowl. Limited edition. Issued to commemorate the
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20th Century Danish Vintage Theatre Glasses

Rod Kelly MA RCA Silversmith Barclays Theatre Awards silver gilt cased beaker
Located in Braintree, GB
Rod Kelly MA RCA Silversmith Barclays Theatre Awards silver gilt cased beaker. This piece features
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1990s British Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Silver

Gothic Revival Iron & Glass Dragon Pendant Theatre Chandelier A Pair
By Dennis & Leen
Located in Bensalem, PA
Pair of amazing wrought iron dragon, pendant lanterns with frosted glass inserts these were
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1950s American Gothic Revival Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1990s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight made in Czech republic during the 1990s - It features a black metal
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1990s Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1990s
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1990s
H 8.67 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in
Large 28cm Modernist Brass and glass Theatre Wall Light Sconce, France, 1950s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
was produced in France in the 1950s. It is made from solid brass with a large tube satin white glass
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s - It features a black
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
H 12.6 in W 7.88 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s - It features a black
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1950s
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1950s
H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 21.66 in
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s - It features a black
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
H 23.63 in W 11.42 in D 14.57 in
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s - It features a black
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
H 15.75 in W 10.63 in D 15.75 in
rare minimalist Brass and glass Theatre Wall Light in STILNOVO Style Italy 1920s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: brass theatre wall light Producer: Stilnovo sytle Origin: Italy Age: 1920s
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Glass + Metal Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light Flushmount, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass and metal light element useable as wall and ceiling light. Origin: Italy Age
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Deco Pendant in Brass and Marbled Glass, De La Mar Theatre, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
here was installed in the entrance lobby of the renowned De La Mar Theatre in Amsterdam. The entire
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1940s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Brass

Set of Three Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Theatre Pendants, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A set of three hand blown opaline glass ball Theatre pendants with burnished brass mounts, chain
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Brass

Large 36cm Modernist Brass and glass Theatre Wall Light Sconces, France, 1950s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
was produced in France in the 1950s. It is made from solid brass with a large tube satin white glass
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

Large Vintage Frosted Glass Tubes Wall Lamps from a Theatre in Germany, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large and imposing, extremely rare. Hanged in a German theater in the lobby. Chrome with patina and some rust. The chrome has flaked off a bit here and there. Age-related typical ev...
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Metal

Large German Operating Theatre Lamp Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Large German Operating theatre lamp circa 1930s - Steel casing - Glass diffuser - Mercury
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1930s German Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Mercury Glass

Large German Operating Theatre Lamp Circa 1930s
Large German Operating Theatre Lamp Circa 1930s
H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight table lamp made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s - It
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Iron

Grey Theatre Spotlight On Wooden Tripod, 1980s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This adjustable theatre reflector comes from the former Czechoslovakia. It was made during the
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Late 20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

Grey Theatre Spotlight On Wooden Tripod, 1980s
Grey Theatre Spotlight On Wooden Tripod, 1980s
H 68.9 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Set of Two Brass and satin glass theatre Wall Lights Sconces, Italy, 1970s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass on the front which creates a nice warm atmosphere of defused light. very rare and unique design
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Metal

Extra Large Vintage Theatre Stage Floor Lamp By Strand Electric
By Strand Electric
Located in Nottingham, GB
Type E27 / E26 Height 1700mm to 2500mm Width 860mm Colour Black, Glass, Steel Weight 25kg
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Steel

set of 2 large 37cm "honeycomb" theatre Wall Light elements, Germany, 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: set of 2 wall lights Origin: Germany AGE: 1950s Description: Original vintage wall light set designed and produced in Germany in the 1950s. The lights are alumin...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Metal

set of 2 large 37cm "honeycomb" theatre Wall Light elements, Germany, 1950
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: set of 2 wall lights Origin: Germany AGE: 1950s Description: Original vintage wall light set designed and produced in Germany in the 1950s. The lights are alumin...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Metal

Set of two xxl 56cm Floral Mirror and bronze Theatre Wall Light, France 1970 no2
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
formed backside wall application with mirrored glass. Super rare theatre wall light with two lovely
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Metal

set of two xxl 56cm Floral Mirror and bronze Theatre Wall Light, France 1970 no1
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
formed backside wall application with mirrored glass. Super rare theatre wall light with two lovely
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
Located in Tampa, FL
A glam throwback to evenings at the theatre—these vintage opera glasses by TASCO are as chic as
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1980s Japanese Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large Art Deco Bauhaus Opaline Glass Brass Pendants, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of Bauhaus opaline glass Theatre pendants, Germany, 1930-1939. Large conical shaped thick
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Brass

St Andrew's Church, Mells, Somerset stained glass window by William Nicholson
By William Nicholson
Located in London, GB
illustrator, author of children’s books, stained glass designer, and theatre set designer.
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1930s Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Mixed Media

Nursery Frieze II by John Piper, 1936
By John Piper
Located in Kingsclere, GB
compositions, a designer for the theatre and of stained-glass windows, and a writer on the arts. Piper was
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20th Century Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Lithograph

Foot of Pistyll Rhaeadr, Ink and Wash Painting by John Piper, circa 1939-1941
By John Piper
Located in Kingsclere, GB
of architecture, landscape and abstract compositions, a designer for the theatre and of stained-glass
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20th Century Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Ink

Metropole Hotel from West Pier, from Brighton Aquatint by John Piper, 1939
By John Piper
Located in Kingsclere, GB
, landscape and abstract compositions, a designer for the theatre and of stained-glass windows, and a writer
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20th Century Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Etching

Cheltenham (Fantasia/Panorama), Pen and Ink Painting by John Piper, 1939 circa
By John Piper
Located in Kingsclere, GB
of architecture, landscape and abstract compositions, a designer for the theatre and of stained-glass
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20th Century Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Ink

Kirby Hall, Northamptonshire, Gouache with Ink and Wash Painting, 1940-42 circa
By John Piper
Located in Kingsclere, GB
was a painter of architecture, landscape and abstract compositions, a designer for the theatre and of
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20th Century Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Gouache

John Piper, Exeter College, Oxford (1977) Screenprint Modern British Art
By John Piper
Located in London, GB
, stained-glass window and theatre set designer. An official World War II artist, he is well known for his
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1970s Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Screen

Motion Picture 35mm Theatre Projector 1922 Design, Complete Head Hollywood Relic
By Simplex
Located in Dallas, TX
application. Theatre used in 1937 and forward to the later mid-20th century. Still usable today with the
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Polychrome Seguso Statue of Japanese Woman in Murano Glass, 1970s
By Seguso
Located in Catania, CT
royal families, the Vatican, hotels and theatres. Seguso glass can be found in the permanent collections
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1970s Italian Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Murano Glass

Pair of Archimede Seguso Murano Caged Glass Pendant Lights
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Toorak, VIC
, churches and theatres with beautiful, exquisite murano glass. Seguso changed the industry of glass making
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal, Metallic Thread

"Marihuana" Film Poster, 1936
Located in London, GB
low budget as the picture itself and are quite rare as the film didn't play in major theatres
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1930s American Vintage Theatre Glasses

"Marihuana" Film Poster, 1936
"Marihuana" Film Poster, 1936
H 42 in W 28 in D 0.1 in
In the Eye of the Camera
By John Piper CH
Located in London, GB
was also a printmaker, illustrator, and designer for stained glass, the theatre and opera. John
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1970s Vintage Theatre Glasses

French Art Deco Theatre Style Industrial Sconces
Located in Oakland, CA
glass you see available for sale. These were originally used in a theatre but would also be perfect
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Theatre Glasses

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Metal

Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Lighted Stand with Glass Rods / Ebonized Details
Located in Dallas, TX
lighted stand likely from theater, night club, restaurant, etc. Theatre Ten substantial individual glass
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Glass, Wood

Theatre Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of all original theatre wall sconces. Art Deco inspired with original milk glass and ribbed
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1940s American Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

Theatre Wall Sconces
Theatre Wall Sconces
H 14.5 in W 10.5 in D 5 in
Vintage Tripod Theatre Spotlight, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Theatre spotlight on wooden tripod - Adjustable height and angle - Black metal body - Grey
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

Vintage Tripod Theatre Spotlight, 1950s
Vintage Tripod Theatre Spotlight, 1950s
H 72.84 in W 11.82 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Silver Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s - It features a silver
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Silver Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
Vintage Silver Theatre Spotlight, 1960s
H 25.6 in W 11.82 in D 17.33 in
Industrial Theatre Spotlight Tripod Lamp
Located in Kojetice, CZ
glass. Measures: Min. total height 150 cm, Max. total height 200 cm. New porcelain socket E27.New wire
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1960s Russian Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

Industrial Theatre Spotlight Tripod Lamp
Industrial Theatre Spotlight Tripod Lamp
H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 25.2 in
Glass + Metal Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light Flushmount, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass and metal light element useable as wall and ceiling light. Origin
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Art Deco Theatre Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very large Art Deco period ceiling light. Leaded opaque white glass with recessed and etched
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1930s Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Glass

Vintage Theatre Spotlight on Wooden Tripod, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Theatre spotlight on wooden tripod - Adjustable height and angle - Black metal body - Iron
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Black Theatre Spotlight Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage theatre spotlight table lamp made in Germany during the 1960s It features a black metal
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Vintage Grey Theatre Spotlight from Elektrosvit, 1980s
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage theatre spotlight made by Elektrosvit in former Czechoslovakia during the 1980s - It
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1980s Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Pair of Art Deco Pendants in Brass and Marbled Glass, De La Mar Theatre, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
were used in the entrance lobby of the renowned De La Mar Theatre in Amsterdam. The entire interior of
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1940s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Brass

Vintage Grey Theatre Spotlight on Wooden Tripod, 1970s
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Theatre spotlight made by Elektrosvit in former Czechoslovakia on wooden tripod - Adjustable
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1970s Czech Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Iron

Original Hollywood "Coming Soon" Illuminated Marquee Theatre Box
Located in North Miami, FL
This salvaged vintage marquee box FULLY functional and sequence illuminated lights makes this a perfect option for movie afficionados. A bit of Hollywood Glamour and History!
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1960s American Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Three Brass and amber glass theatre Wall Lights Sconces, Italy, 1970s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
formed amber tone tube form shade. The lights have a fantastic abstract and Minimalist optic with a glass
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

20th Century English Pair Of Strand Electric Theatre Lamps
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, these mid 20th century theatre
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20th Century British Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Metal

1970's Japanese Aluminium Explosion Proof Spot Light & Steel Theatre Tripod,
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed Japanese explosion proof spot light and Matthews theatre tripod.  The lamp is
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Steel, Aluminum, Brass

Original Opera and Theatre Costume Watercolor Design by Charles Betout, Paris
By Charles Betout
Located in New York, NY
Charles Betout was the principal costume designer for the Comedie-Francaise in Paris for twenty years until his death in 1939. This is costume was designed for the 1926 production of...
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Late 20th Century French Napoleon III Vintage Theatre Glasses

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

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Vintage Theatre Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage theatre glasses for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage theatre glasses was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and wood. Vintage theatre glasses have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage theatre glasses bearing Art Deco or Industrial hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage theatre glasses over the years, but those made by Charles Betout, Cletus Johnson and Gebrüder Cosack are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Theatre Glasses?

Prices for vintage theatre glasses start at $328 and top out at $15,584 with the average selling for $1,500.
Questions About Vintage Theatre Glasses
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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.