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Blenko Furniture

American

A producer of hand-blown glass since 1893, Blenko Glass is currently headquartered in Milton, West Virginia, where it has operated since 1921. Among its many illustrious projects are the stained-glass windows it produced for St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the Washington National Cathedral. Blenko is known today for the brilliant colors of its glass vases, decanters and other vessels and objects — particularly those produced in the 1950s and ’60s — which range from jewel-like blues and greens to brilliant reds and yellows.

The company was founded by William J. Blenko, an English immigrant who was apprenticed to a glassmaker in his native London as a young man. Blenko developed expertise in the production of rondels, the round panes used in stained glass windows.

Blenko's interest in the potential of natural gas to fire glass furnaces led him to Milton, where abundant reserves of the fuel had attracted a pool of skilled glassblowers. Under the name Eureka Glass, his company began making window glass in 1923, and in 1925, he was joined in the business by his son, William H. Blenko.

When the Great Depression quelled demand for stained glass, William J. Blenko brought local Milton glassblowers into the company to begin producing stemware and tableware, products for which the company, which changed its name to Blenko in 1930, is now best known.

Up until the end of World War II, Blenko’s tableware designs were fairly straightforward, and they sold well at American department stores such as Gump’s, in San Francisco. The company was also commissioned in 1930 to produce a line of reproductions for Colonial Williamsburg.

In 1947, the company hired as its art director Winslow Anderson, who introduced artful, fanciful and modern vessels and objects in vibrant colors. This began what collectors refer to as Blenko’s “historic period.” A number of Anderson’s designs were honored by the Museum of Modern Art’s Good Design Awards in 1950, and throughout the 1950s and ‘60s, the company enjoyed robust sales and critical acclaim. The forms Blenko produced during this period followed the contemporary vogue for biomorphism, or organic modernism, which favored rounded and fluid shapes inspired by nature.

One of Blenko’s most influential designers, Wayne Husted, who was active from 1953 to ’63, is credited with aligning Blenko’s products with the prevailing mid-century modern aesthetic by pushing the envelope on both form and color, particularly in his wedge-cut and Spool decanters and his Echoes series.

Joel Philip Myers, who designed for Blenko in the 1960s, brought a sense of whimsy and visual excess to the product line, in keeping with the psychedelic look favored during the period.

Blenko Glass still produces many of its classic designs in items ranging from stemware and tableware to decorative objects and ornamental decanters.

Among collectors, pieces created under Husted’s creative direction are of special interest. The company has come to the attention of younger audiences through the documentaries Blenko: Hearts of Glass and Blenko Retro: Three Designers of American Glass, both of which aired on PBS. Blenko also designed the glass award trophy for the Country Music Awards.

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Creator: Blenko
Mid Century Modern Blenko Large Red Blown Art Glass Vase Vessel Jug with Stopper
Mid Century Modern Blenko Large Red Blown Art Glass Vase Vessel Jug with Stopper

Mid Century Modern Blenko Large Red Blown Art Glass Vase Vessel Jug with Stopper

By Blenko Glass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid Century Modern Blenko Large Red Blown Art Glass Vase Vessel Jug with Stopper. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 23.5" H x 9" Diameter

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Blenko Pair of Clear Glass Half Circle Solid Bookends
Blenko Pair of Clear Glass Half Circle Solid Bookends

Blenko Pair of Clear Glass Half Circle Solid Bookends

By Blenko Glass

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Blenko glass bookends feature half circle form in solid clear glass. Lightly textured surfaces add visual interest by introducing complex light reflections to the monochromat...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s
Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s

By Winslow Anderson, Blenko Glass

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Blenko Persian Blue Crackle Glass Vase Mid Century
Blenko Persian Blue Crackle Glass Vase Mid Century

Blenko Persian Blue Crackle Glass Vase Mid Century

By Blenko Glass

Located in New York, NY

Blenko's "Persian Blue" crackle glass vases were part of the company's Mid-Century Modern designs, popular for their vibrant color and unique texture. Each piece hand blown by an ar...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Blenko Cast Vase, USA 1960's
Large Blenko Cast Vase, USA 1960's

Large Blenko Cast Vase, USA 1960's

By Blenko Glass

Located in New York, NY

Solid cast glass vase by Blenko in green yellow hues.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Large Blue Vase by Blenko Bottle Form C1960
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Large Blue Vase by Blenko Bottle Form C1960

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Large Blue Vase by Blenko Bottle Form C1960

By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Very special large (19.75 H x 8.75 dia) hand crafted blue vase in a bottle form by Blenko Glass co. Belive the artist/designer to be Wayne Husted. Truly a beautiful piece representin...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Hand-Blown amberina Art Glass Vase by Blenko
Hand-Blown amberina Art Glass Vase by Blenko

Hand-Blown amberina Art Glass Vase by Blenko

By Blenko Glass

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

A striking hand-blown art glass vase with amberina gradient, fading beautifully from deep ruby red at the neck to warm amber yellow at the base. The glass has been subtly twisted w...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of 10 Orange Blenko Bottles
Set of 10 Orange Blenko Bottles

Set of 10 Orange Blenko Bottles

By Blenko Glass

Located in New York, NY

Fantastic mid-century 10 piece set of Blenko Art Glass in vibrant orange tones. Tallest being 19.75 inches x 5 inch diameter.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Small Blenko Lamp with finial in sea green
Small Blenko Lamp with finial in sea green

Small Blenko Lamp with finial in sea green

By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted

Located in South Charleston, WV

Model 563 Table Lamp produced circa 1956-1960 in Sea Green (sometimes called seafood green), 24" tall, 5.5" wide. All original with original base and finial as well adjustable classi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Early Glass Decanter by Blenko
Early Glass Decanter by Blenko

Early Glass Decanter by Blenko

By Blenko Glass

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful and early, hand-blown glass decanter by Blinko from 1958. The decanter is in excellent condition and has the acid stamp signature on the bottom.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted
Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted

By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted

Located in St. Louis, MO

Wayne Husted designed clear half glass bookends for Blenko, circa 1960s. In fine condition, no damage.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

American Mid Century Blenko Glass Apple
American Mid Century Blenko Glass Apple

American Mid Century Blenko Glass Apple

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful purple tainted Blenko glass apple excellent condition no chips or cracks great color and very collectible.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Brutalist Midcentury Blenko Amoeba Shaped Glass Candleholder
Pair of Brutalist Midcentury Blenko Amoeba Shaped Glass Candleholder

Pair of Brutalist Midcentury Blenko Amoeba Shaped Glass Candleholder

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and rare pair of vintage Blenko candleholders. Shaped in an artistic organic amoeba form, this glass sculpture is beautiful, artful and sculptural all at the same time. An...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Hand Blown Tall Art Glass Vase by Matt Carter for Blenko Glass #9730
Hand Blown Tall Art Glass Vase by Matt Carter for Blenko Glass #9730

Hand Blown Tall Art Glass Vase by Matt Carter for Blenko Glass #9730

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool hand blown art glass vase by Matt Carter for Blenko Glass, circa 2002. The vases are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measure 6.5"D x 19.5"H. Th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Joel Myers for Blenko Pair of Crystal Cube Bookends, 1967
Joel Myers for Blenko Pair of Crystal Cube Bookends, 1967

Joel Myers for Blenko Pair of Crystal Cube Bookends, 1967

By Joel Myers, Blenko Glass

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Pair of vintage solid glass cube bookends feature textured side surfaces with abstract designs of sand dollar or starbursts on two opposing sides; the top side has contracting gloss...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Uranium Glass

Joel Myers Emerald Green Blenko Genie Bottle Vase Retro Midcentury Art Glass
Joel Myers Emerald Green Blenko Genie Bottle Vase Retro Midcentury Art Glass

Joel Myers Emerald Green Blenko Genie Bottle Vase Retro Midcentury Art Glass

By Blenko Glass, Joel Myers

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Joel Myers emerald green floor decanter vase/bottle Model #6954 Blenko, 1969. Very good vintage condition, no chips, no cracks.    

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Winslow Anderson Handmade Amoeba Freeform Glass Bowl / Tray for Blenko, c.1965
Winslow Anderson Handmade Amoeba Freeform Glass Bowl / Tray for Blenko, c.1965

Winslow Anderson Handmade Amoeba Freeform Glass Bowl / Tray for Blenko, c.1965

By Winslow Anderson, Blenko Glass

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Winslow Anderson Handmade Amoeba Freeform Glass Bowl / Tray for Blenko, United States, c.1965.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Mid century vintage Blenko blue glass jar with stopper.
Mid century vintage Blenko blue glass jar with stopper.

Mid century vintage Blenko blue glass jar with stopper.

By Blenko Glass

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a large mid-century vintage Blenko blue glass jar with his original stopper. This blue jar has a heavily crackled finish of the surface and i...

Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Massive 1970s Blenko 'Caribbean Blue'  Brutalist Ashtray
Massive 1970s Blenko 'Caribbean Blue'  Brutalist Ashtray

Massive 1970s Blenko 'Caribbean Blue' Brutalist Ashtray

By Blenko Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Massive 1970s Blenko 'Caribbean Blue' Brutalist Ashtray  USA, circa 1970s Transport yourself to the vibrant era of the 1970s with this striking piece of Blenko craftsmanship: a mass...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Art Glass Table Lamp by Wayne Husted for Blenko
Art Glass Table Lamp by Wayne Husted for Blenko

Art Glass Table Lamp by Wayne Husted for Blenko

By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted

Located in Buffalo, NY

A blown art glass lamp Model 551 by Wayne Husted for Blenko 1960s. Made with his signature techniques, the bulbous body of a teal blue color features a prominent molded medallion on ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Striking Vintage Clear Glass Bookends by Blenko
Striking Vintage Clear Glass Bookends by Blenko

Striking Vintage Clear Glass Bookends by Blenko

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking Vintage Clear Glass Bookends by Blenko, circa 1980s. These beautiful vintage Blenko Glass bookends showcase the brand's signature craftsm...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Blown Glass Amberina Tangerine Jug Designed by John Nickerson for Blenko
Blown Glass Amberina Tangerine Jug Designed by John Nickerson for Blenko

Blown Glass Amberina Tangerine Jug Designed by John Nickerson for Blenko

By John Nickerson, Blenko Glass

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Blown glass jug designed by John Nickerson and manufactured by Blenko. This design first appeared in the 1972 Blenko catalog as model number 7226S. Large size and attractive amberina...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

2 Large Pieces of Blue Green Turquoise Signed Blenko Glass
2 Large Pieces of Blue Green Turquoise Signed Blenko Glass

2 Large Pieces of Blue Green Turquoise Signed Blenko Glass

By Blenko Glass

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We were immediately drawn to these pieces of glass because of their beautiful color and great shape. Both of these beauties bear the Blenko mark. One is signed Blenko on the base and...

Category

20th Century American Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Rare Blenko 5410 Bird or Rooster Vase by Wayne Husted in Charcoal
Rare Blenko 5410 Bird or Rooster Vase by Wayne Husted in Charcoal

Rare Blenko 5410 Bird or Rooster Vase by Wayne Husted in Charcoal

By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare Blenko 5410 bird or rooster vase by Wayne Husted in Charcoal. Beautiful color and form. The tail does have damage. Appears it was chipped evenly across. Almost looks natural. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Blenko Art Glass Decanters
Pair of Blenko Art Glass Decanters

Pair of Blenko Art Glass Decanters

By Blenko Glass

Located in Norton, MA

A pair of Blenko charcoal crackle glass decanters with charcoal crackle stoppers, circa 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Fish Bookends by Blenko
Fish Bookends by Blenko

Fish Bookends by Blenko

By Blenko Glass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-century era, pair of Blenko, thick glass fish bookends. Solid, handblown, with back side a smooth finish and front side a textural finish.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Blenko Glass Owl Book Ends
Blenko Glass Owl Book Ends

Blenko Glass Owl Book Ends

By Blenko Glass

Located in Denton, TX

1960s Blenko glass bookends, designed by Joel Myers rare emerald green solid cast glass with textured design in the front and smooth on the back.

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

1950s Blenko Art Glass Vase by Wayne Husted #5616C
1950s Blenko Art Glass Vase by Wayne Husted #5616C

1950s Blenko Art Glass Vase by Wayne Husted #5616C

By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass

Located in Miami, FL

1950s Blenko Art Glass Vase by Wayne Husted #5616C Offered for sale is a 1950s Blenko art glass vase by Wayne Husted, model #5616C. This lovely Blenko vase is a vibrant blue with a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Blenko Art Glass Mushroom Candlestick
Blenko Art Glass Mushroom Candlestick

Blenko Art Glass Mushroom Candlestick

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Art glass mushroom candlestick by Blenco, circa 1975

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Large Blenko Optic Chartreuse Glass Pitcher Vase by Winslow Anderson
Large Blenko Optic Chartreuse Glass Pitcher Vase by Winslow Anderson

Large Blenko Optic Chartreuse Glass Pitcher Vase by Winslow Anderson

By Blenko Glass, Winslow Anderson

Located in Chicago, IL

Large Blenko Optic Chartreuse Glass Pitcher Vase by Winslow Anderson. Model #963 Color looks Chartreuse to me. A beautiful almost neon yellow green. With tiny air bubbles as descri...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

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Art Glass

Trio of Don Shepherd Hand Crafted Glass Bent Spiral Neck Vases for Blenko 1988
Trio of Don Shepherd Hand Crafted Glass Bent Spiral Neck Vases for Blenko 1988

Trio of Don Shepherd Hand Crafted Glass Bent Spiral Neck Vases for Blenko 1988

By Don Shepherd, Blenko Glass

Located in Miami, FL

Blenko Set of 3 of Bent Spiral Neck Bottle Vases, in three heights, created by Don Shepherd in 1988. This designed makes its debut in the 1988 Blenko catalog and assigned number 8827...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Monumental Glass Vase by Don Shepard for Blinko
Monumental Glass Vase by Don Shepard for Blinko

Monumental Glass Vase by Don Shepard for Blinko

By Blenko Glass

Located in Dallas, TX

Monumental hand-blown glass vase by Don Shepard for Blenko. This beautiful, monumental vase measures over two feet high, commands attention in a room and can also be used as a floor ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

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Blown Glass

Vintage Blenko Green Glass Ashtray Catchall Bowl, UV Glass Accent
Vintage Blenko Green Glass Ashtray Catchall Bowl, UV Glass Accent

Vintage Blenko Green Glass Ashtray Catchall Bowl, UV Glass Accent

By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Blenko glass ashtray features a rounded form with 3 large indents for either cigarettes or cigars in deep, dark green glass with controlled bubbles effect. The lines of contr...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

American Mid century Blown Glass Vase by Blenko 1970's
American Mid century Blown Glass Vase by Blenko 1970's

American Mid century Blown Glass Vase by Blenko 1970's

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous Blenko glass blown vase in lime green , excellent condition no chips or cracks circa 1970's.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Hand-blown Vase by Blenko
Hand-blown Vase by Blenko

Hand-blown Vase by Blenko

By Blenko Glass

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful hand-blown glass vase by Blenko in a light plum. Vase is in excellent condition and measures 13"h x 10"d.

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Signed Blenko Cobalt Blue Glass Studded Bowl
Signed Blenko Cobalt Blue Glass Studded Bowl

Signed Blenko Cobalt Blue Glass Studded Bowl

By Blenko Glass, Lladro, Jonathan Adler

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful handcrafted blown glass bowl by Benklo. This beautiful piece is signed and conceptualizes the beauty and glow of cobalt blue handblown glass and texture. The piece's simp...

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Early 2000s American Modern Blenko Furniture

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Blown Glass

Massive Yellow Glass "Leo the Lion" Zodiac Ashtray by Blenko
Massive Yellow Glass "Leo the Lion" Zodiac Ashtray by Blenko

Massive Yellow Glass "Leo the Lion" Zodiac Ashtray by Blenko

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Massive and very heavy yellow glass "Leo the Lion" zodiac sign ashtray by Blenko, circa 1960s. Very impressive piece in excellent condition with no chips ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Three Vases by Joel Myers, Model No. 6427 for Blenko
Three Vases by Joel Myers, Model No. 6427 for Blenko

Three Vases by Joel Myers, Model No. 6427 for Blenko

By Joel Myers, Blenko Glass

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Three Joel Myers colored glass vases, model no. 6427, 1960s. Manufactured by Blenko. The tallest vase is 23.75" high and 2.75" diameter. The smaller vases are about 21.5" high and 2....

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
Vintage Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko

Vintage Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko

By Blenko Glass, Rosenthal, Jonathan Adler

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful pair of midcentury glass owl bookends by Blenko from the 1960s. Incredible craftsmanship and detail in this pair of glass bookends that can adapt to your style as sculpture...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Original Vintage Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
Original Vintage Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko

Original Vintage Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful pair of midcentury glass owl bookends by Blenko from the 1960s with original signature seal sticker. Incredible craftsmanship and detail in this pair of glass bookends that...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

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Blown Glass

Large Vintage Glass Amberina Vase with Stopper by John Nickerson for Blenko
Large Vintage Glass Amberina Vase with Stopper by John Nickerson for Blenko

Large Vintage Glass Amberina Vase with Stopper by John Nickerson for Blenko

By John Nickerson, Blenko Glass

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Large blown glass amberina/tangerine lidded jar designed by John Nickerson for Blenko (model number 7328). This model first appeared in the 1973 Blenko catalog and remained in produc...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

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Blown Glass

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Olive Green Art Glass Cigar Ashtray with Four Rests
Mid-Century Modern Blenko Olive Green Art Glass Cigar Ashtray with Four Rests

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Olive Green Art Glass Cigar Ashtray with Four Rests

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Olive Green Art Glass Cigar Ashtray with Four Rests, circa 1960s. Striking and substantial Mid-Century Modern cigar ashtray by Blenko Glass Company, rendere...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Original Blenko Mid-Century Modern Mint Green Art Glass Bowl, Centerpiece 1980
Original Blenko Mid-Century Modern Mint Green Art Glass Bowl, Centerpiece 1980

Original Blenko Mid-Century Modern Mint Green Art Glass Bowl, Centerpiece 1980

By Blenko Glass

Located in Miami, FL

Marked Blenko Mid-Century Modern handmade Art Glass Bowl made in America 1980. Can be used as serving bowl or centerpiece. Foil label at the bowl. A-656-335

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends, Pair
Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends, Pair

Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends, Pair

By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of vintage handmade half circle bookends in solid glass by Blenko. Both with original foil label.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Vintage Pair Blenko Amoeba Tangerine Glass Candleholders
Vintage Pair Blenko Amoeba Tangerine Glass Candleholders

Vintage Pair Blenko Amoeba Tangerine Glass Candleholders

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful pair of vintage Blenko Amoeba Glass Candleholders in Tangerine. The beautiful freeform and color of these catapults them to sculptures. The joyo...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Large Blenko Blown Glass Turquoise Asymmetrical "Ribbed" Vase
Large Blenko Blown Glass Turquoise Asymmetrical "Ribbed" Vase

Large Blenko Blown Glass Turquoise Asymmetrical "Ribbed" Vase

By Blenko Glass

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Asymmetrical Blenko vase with ribbed pattern, large in scale (H: 11.25" x L: 8" x D: 4.25") in attractive turquoise palette. The design's first and only appearance was in the 1966 B...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Blenko Glass Table Top Party Lounge Size Ashtray
Blenko Glass Table Top Party Lounge Size Ashtray

Blenko Glass Table Top Party Lounge Size Ashtray

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

This heavy glass lounge/party ashtray by Belnko measures 10 1/2" wide and weighs just over six pounds. No damage.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Blenko Blown American Art Glass Applied Swirl Crackle Vase #8318
Mid Century Blenko Blown American Art Glass Applied Swirl Crackle Vase #8318

Mid Century Blenko Blown American Art Glass Applied Swirl Crackle Vase #8318

By Blenko Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

Nice mid century Blenko art glass handmade vase. Clear crackle body with a cobalt blue applied swirl to the neck. Model number 8318. In very nice condition with no cracks or chips. ...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

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Blown Glass

Vintage S Monogram Cast Glass Ice Cube Bookends by Blenko, Pair
Vintage S Monogram Cast Glass Ice Cube Bookends by Blenko, Pair

Vintage S Monogram Cast Glass Ice Cube Bookends by Blenko, Pair

By Blenko Glass

Located in Chicago, IL

Handsome pair of heavy mid-century cast glass ice-cube shaped bookends by Blenko with scripted capital S monogram. Front and back are polished smooth and all four sides are textured....

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s
Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s

By Blenko Glass, Winslow Anderson

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vases by Blenko Blue and Amber Ball Form
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vases by Blenko Blue and Amber Ball Form

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vases by Blenko Blue and Amber Ball Form

By Blenko Glass

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Pair of fish bowl vases by American glass blowing company Blenko. Amber colored case is a little taller than the blue vase 10 inch to 9.5 inch. Amber va...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

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Art Glass

Blenko Glass Punch Bowls and Glasses with Service for Six
Blenko Glass Punch Bowls and Glasses with Service for Six

Blenko Glass Punch Bowls and Glasses with Service for Six

By Blenko Glass

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Blenko Glass punch bowls and drinking glasses with service for six. Hand blown green glass with myriad shades and nuance of hues. In good original condition with all the ha...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

MCM Glass Half Moon Glass Bookend Doorstop by Wayne Husted for Blenko
MCM Glass Half Moon Glass Bookend Doorstop by Wayne Husted for Blenko

MCM Glass Half Moon Glass Bookend Doorstop by Wayne Husted for Blenko

By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous solid clear glass half moon bookend doorstop designed by Wayne Husted for Blenko, circa 1960s. in very good vintage condition with no chips or scratches.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Don Shepherd Blenko Glass #7820 Bamboo Vase
Don Shepherd Blenko Glass #7820 Bamboo Vase

Don Shepherd Blenko Glass #7820 Bamboo Vase

By Don Sheperd, Don Shepherd, Blenko Glass

Located in New Windsor, NY

Very large and impressive clear glass Bamboo vase designed by Don Shepherd for Blenko Glass, #7820. Due to its large size it's a versatile piece that can feature on a case piece or t...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture

Materials

Glass

Blenko furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Blenko furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Blenko furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Blenko were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by David Cressey, Royal Haeger, and Gainey Pottery. Prices for Blenko furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $56 and can go as high as $6,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $563.
Questions About Blenko Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To know if Blenko is real, first check it for markings. Over the years, Blenko has used foil stickers and sandblasted markings to identify its pieces. Comparing the markings on your piece to pictures shared on trusted online resources is a good way to begin the authentication process. If you notice major discrepancies, your piece may be a reproduction. Next, search Blenko catalogs to find out if Blenko ever produced a piece like yours. From there, you can learn about the characteristics of the specific item and use them as the basis for evaluation. Alternatively, you can consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer for their expert opinion. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Blenko glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell vintage Blenko, conduct research using trusted online resources to try and date your piece. To be considered vintage, Blenko glassware must be between 20 and 99 years old. Pieces that are at least 100 years old are antiques. Because many Blenko pieces are unmarked, the best way to identify them is by examining their physical characteristics, such as color, shape and style. Looking through the maker's catalogues — available to browse online — can give you an idea of your glassware's approximate production year. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer perform the dating process. Find a collection of Blenko glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To identify Blenko glass, look for markings, usually found on the bottom. Over the years, the American glassmaker has used dozens of different markings, so the best approach is to compare yours to images shared on trusted websites for reference purposes. Once you've confirmed that your piece is a Blenko, you can download Blenko glass catalogues from online sources and search for your piece to learn more about it. Alternatively, you can have an appraiser or dealer who specializes in glassware evaluate your piece. Find a wide range of Blenko glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if your glass is Blenko, look for the maker's mark, which usually appears on a label affixed to an inconspicuous area of the piece, such as the interior or bottom. The American glassmaker marked most of its pieces, but some weren't marked, and others may have lost their labels over the years. If you can't find a label, compare your piece to images found in Blenko glass catalogues available through trusted online resources. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also be of assistance. Find a wide variety of Blenko glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Blenko glass is hand-blown sheet glass that is used for stained glass windows or architectural glass. The Blenko Glass Company is most recognized for their work with the St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Shop a wide selection of Blenko glass goods on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Identifying a Blenko lamp often comes down to studying the forms and shapes of authentic Blenko lamps and comparing similar pieces. Since the majority of Blenko glass lamps will no longer have the sticker that was used for identification, you can look at books that are basically reprints of the annual Blenko catalogue, visit a collector-run website, or have a professional assessor look at it. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Blenko lamps from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A few things account for what is so special about Blenko glass. The vibrant colors that the brand is famous for set it apart, as do its imaginative designs. In addition, Blenko is known for its quality crafting techniques and for its rich history, which dates back to 1921. Explore a selection of Blenko glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify your Blenko pitcher, use the company's catalogues. From the official Blenko website, you can download every catalogue the company has produced since the 1950s, and there are additional trustworthy websites that have catalogues and reference galleries for older pieces. Browsing through these references can allow you to find your pitcher and learn about its style, name, age and other characteristics. Alternatively, you can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Shop a range of Blenko pitchers and other Blenko objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Blenko glass is still made. The Blenko Glass Company produces their products at a company-owned factory in Milton, West Virginia. It opened in 1921 and is well known for producing decorative bottles, bowls and vases. Find a selection of Blenko glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    West Virginia-based Blenko Glass Company made its beloved jewel-toned, hand-blown glass lamps from 1947 through 1963. The company, established in 1893, has operated out of Milton, WV, since 1921, and started out producing glass vases and decanters. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Blenko pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To know if glassware is Blenko glass, you will likely need to seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Blenko did not sign most pieces and did not create specific patterns. As a result, it is usually not possible to identify Blenko glass using only online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted Blenko glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Rose is the color of Blenko glass that tends to be the most valuable, followed by other intense jewel tones. Generally, the honey and pale green colors are less frequently sought after by collectors. However, there are exceptions. Keep in mind that the age, condition and type of glassware will also impact its value. Explore a range of Blenko glass on 1stDibs.