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
Pair of Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury pair of handblown owl bookends by Blenko, circa 1960s. The bookends are heavy and solid with a smooth back side a finish and a textural finish on the front. Very cool deco...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Blenko Clear Glass Candleholders, a Pair
By Blenko Glass
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage pair of puck shaped glass candleholders by Blenko. Handmade from solid glass, slightly different in size.
Manufacurer: Blenko
Origin: USA
Year: 1960s
Syle: Mid-Ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Small Blenko Lamp with finial in sea green
By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass
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
Large Green Blenko Jug Vase 50's
By Blenko Glass
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s by Blenko Glass Company, Inc., Milton, West Virginia, USA. Pictured in the 1953 catalog, model #443, this amazing 1950s accessory is authentically mid-century. Known for their colorful large hand-blown pieces, Blenko is part of the visual fabric of Pop Art America from the Beat generation...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Blenko Stylized Bamboo Glass Bookends
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
Pair of cast clear glass bookends with a stylized bamboo motif by Blenko.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Large Midcentury Hand Blown Glass Turquoise Long Floor or Table Vase by Blenko
By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass
Located in Manhasset, NY
Large midcentury hand blown glass turquoise long floor or table vase by Blenko
Teal floor or table vase deigned by Wayne Husted for Blen...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Clear Glass Half Moon Glass Bookends by Wayne Husted for Blenko
By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous clear glass half moon bookends designed by Wayne Husted for Blenko, circa 1960s. They are in very good vintage condition with no chips or scra...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
Tall Mid-Century Modern Amber Hand Made Blown Art Glass Vessel, Vase by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Miami, FL
1988 tall Mid-Century Modern handmade art glass vessel, vase, decanter by Blenko.
The amber color glass body has a round glass ball stopper.
A-867-...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Blenko Purple Hand Blown Glass Paper Bag Vase
By Blenko Glass
Located in East Quogue, NY
Vintage Blenko pale purple amethyst hand-blown paper bag art glass vase circa 1980s.
Size: 8" tall x 4.5" wide x 2.5" deep
Great overall vintage condition, wear commensurate w...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Pair of Large Vintage Blue Blenko Glass Lamp Bases by Joel Philip Myers
By Joel Philip Myers, Blenko Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Large Vintage Blue Blenko Glass Lamp Bases by Joel Philip Myers.
Lamps will need hardware and wiring as shown.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Hand Blown Glass Vase by Blenko Glass Co.
By Blenko Glass
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage Blenko hand-blown glass flower vase in the shape of a fish.
Excellent vintage unused condition and bears the makers mark (Blenko sticker).
This is a very collectible vase ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool pair of MCM hand-blown glass owl bookends by Blenko, circa 1970s. The bookends are heavy and solid with a smooth back side a finish and a textural finish on the front. Very cool...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Blenko Ice Cube Pillar Candleholders, a Pair
By Blenko Glass
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of vintage hand blown pillar candleholders by Blenko. Heavy weight construction in aqua blue glass with the look and texture of ice.
Manuf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Hand Blown Bamboo Art Glass Vase by Don Shepherd for Blenko Glass
By Blenko Glass, Don Shepherd
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand blown yellow / gold art glass vase by Don Shepherd for Blenko Glass, circa 2005. This bamboo shaped design was initially introduced for one year by Don Shepherd in the late 1970...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Bright Red Blenko Glass Floor Vase
By Blenko Glass
Located in Ferndale, MI
Bright Red 22" tall floor vase produced by Blenko Glass . Triangular shaped body with 7.5" diameter flared opening . Color changes somewhat in different light between orange and red .
William Blenko started a sheet glass company in 1921, in Milton, West Virginia because of low natural...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Textured Glass Bear Bookends by Wayne Husted
By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of MCM Wayne Husted designed clear textured glass bear bookends for Blenko, circa 1960s. In fine condition, no damage. partial labels. In fine condition, no issues. Model 4034
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
Vintage Wayne Husted for Blenko Rare Purple Glass Vase with Nipple Protrusions
By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass
Located in North Miami, FL
This rare and obscure signed Blenko vase or vessel is a luscious color of light purple. It was designed by Wayne Husted for Blenko and was most likely an...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Blenko Art Glass Vase Pitcher
By Blenko Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
A Vintage Blenko Art Glass vase pitcher. Attributed to Wayne Husted.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Blenko Hand Blown Oversized Vases
By Blenko Glass
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Pleased too offer this great pair of hand blown large vases. The top opening are slightly different but that is to be expected with a hand made piece. These oversized vases...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
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...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
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...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Signed Blenko Cobalt Blue Glass Studded Bowl
By Lladro, Jonathan Adler, Blenko Glass
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
Materials
Blown Glass
Architectural Glass Blenko Red Vessel by Wayne Husted
By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Architectural Blenko red floor vessel/bottle by Wayne Husted. Bottle is 26.25" high and 9.5" diameter (bottom), 7" diameter (top). Manufactured by Blenko, USA.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
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
Pair of Ice Block Emerald Glass Bookends by Blenko Glass
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of of free flow ice block emerald glass bookends by Blenko Glass, circa 1970s. The bookends look like a large chunk of ice with a very cool three dimensional effect and mea...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
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
Blenko Ice Glass Elephant Bookends
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
Modernist set of tinted ice blue glass stylized elephant bookends. Blenko Glass Co.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Blenko Light Purple Decanter Bottle With Stopper and Molded Design
By Blenko Glass
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage molded glass decanter bottle by Blenko has a teardrop original long stopper. The design on the front and back are abstract bod...
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
Vintage BLENKO USA Glass Duck Bookends a Pair from the 1980s
By Blenko Glass
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Striking pair of duck glass bookends by Blenko, circa 1980s.
Pair of Blenko Ducks bookends featured in a clear textured glass.
Pair of handmade heavy and sturdy glass bookends with t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Midcentury Blenko Charcoal Grey Crackle Glass Decanter with Stopper, Circa 1950
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
ATA1433
A Blenko charcoal crackle glass decanter with clear crackle glass stopper. Due to the antique nature of this fixture, there may be some nicks ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass, Glass, Art Glass
Vintage Triangular Cast Glass Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An awesome pair of heavy mid-century modern cast glass triangle shaped bookends by Blenko. Two sides are polished smooth and the other three sides are textured.
In very good vintag...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
Blenko Decanter Designed by Joel Myers
By Blenko Glass
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Great green and clear glass Blenko decanter. This beautiful piece was designed in 1968 by Joel Myers. Notice how the stopper has the clear and green gl...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Large Glass Blenko 847S Daisy Bowl in Tangerine
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible and sculptural vintage piece in glass. This tangerine bowl from Blenko Glass is meant to resemble a sunflower. The vibrant mineral colors of the bowl fade from tangerine o...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Blown Glass Fish Lamp by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury glass fish lamp by Blenko, circa 1960s. The lamp is handblown clear glass fish mounted on a chrome base with a chrome stem. The lamp is in v...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Chrome
1980s Blenko Purple Paper Bag Blown Art Glass Vase American Mid-Century Modern
By Blenko Glass
Located in Miami, FL
Purple Blenko sculptural Paper Bag blown art glass vase, vessel, geometric shape made in America 1980.
The sculptural purple transparent glass body looks...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Midcentury Clear Glass Trumpet Vase by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Fun midcentury clear hand blown glass trumpet vase by Blenko, circa 1970s. The vase is 7" W x 6" D x 15.5" H and in very good condition with n...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Blenko Vintage Mid Century Brutalist Glass Catchall Dish
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
Blenko Glass Company has been a family owned and operated American company since 1893. Exquisite color, skilled craftsmen, and imaginative designs have made Blenko famous in the time...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
Pair of Vases by Joel Myers, Model No. 6427 for Blenko
By Joel Myers, Blenko Glass
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Joel Myers colored glass vases, model no. 6427, 1960s. Manufactured by Blenko. The tallest vase is 24.25" high and 2.75" diameter. The smaller vase is about 21.75" high and 2...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Turquoise Art Glass Table Lamp, 1950s
By Blenko Glass, Winslow Anderson
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Winslow Anderson for Blenko Aqua Sea Blue Green Glass #949L Table Lamp, designed 1951. Featuring a dimpled, free-form wide glass bottle form in Teal, Aqua Green coloration atop a rou...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Walnut
Vintage Midcentury Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
By Rosenthal, Jonathan Adler, Blenko Glass
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...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Blenko Glass Promotional Item for Blenko Glass
By Blenko Glass
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An uncommon and handmade glass desk weight in luminous tones of amber and red advertising the Blenko Glass works.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Glass
Pair of Vintage Blenko Candle Holders, circa 1970
By Blenko Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Vintage Blenko Candle Holders
circa 1970
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art 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
Set of 5 Vintage Blenko Glass Pinch / Dimple Tumblers or Small Vases.
By Blenko Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 5 Vintage Blenko Glass Pinch / Dimple Tumblers
when put into light, there is a faint white-like residue on interior of glass. Uncertain if...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Mid Century Elephant Bookends, Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century solid cast glass stylized elephant bookends. Backs are polished smooth, while fronts are textured.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Crystal Penguins by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of crystal penguins by Blenko. They measure about 13.5" high and 5" diameter.
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Single Mid-Century Large Orange Blown Glass Bottle Shape Table Lamp by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Manhasset, NY
Single midcentury large orange blown glass bottle shape table lamp by Blenko
Blenko Large Orange Glass Lamp with Brass Hardware. Not sold w...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Hand Blown Two-Tone Art Glass Vase by Blenko Glass
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand blown two-tone (blue / gold) art glass vase by Blenko Glass, circa 1990s. A large beautiful example of American art glass.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
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 23.5" high and 2.75" diameter. The smaller vases are 22" and 21.75" high, 2.7...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair Dino Martens Style Swirl Post Modern Transparent Blown Glass Table Lamps
By Blenko Glass
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern hand-blown art glass table lamps Dino Martens Style.
The swirled transparent glass body is mounted on an acrylic ...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Hand Blown Tulip Fluted Vase by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Hand blown glass vase by Blenko
Circa 1960s
Elegant tulip fluted vase. Tall and sleek. Masterfully made with clear and blue glass. Beautiful accent to any mid century modern, conte...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Blenko Mid-Century Modern Gray Blown Art Glass Table Lamps Acrylic Base, Pair
By Blenko Glass
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Blenko Mid-Century Modern frosted light gray blown art glass table lamps with Nickel Hardware.
The lamps have an acrylic base and Ni...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Blenko Glass Vase With Applied Dimensional Sea Green Blue Teardrops
By Blenko Glass
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage Blenko glass vase from the 60's has the original paper sticker on it from the time period. The clear glass cylinder vase has 4 a...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Six Blenko Glass Zodiac Box
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
Set of Blenko art glass zodiac plaques.
Being sold individually.
There are: 2 Taurus
1 Aries
2 Cancer
1 Libra.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blenko Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends, Pair
By Wayne Husted, Blenko Glass
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
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.
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Questions About Blenko Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To 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.
- How can you tell vintage Blenko?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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.
- How do I identify a Blenko lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Identifying 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, 2024A 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, 2024To 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.
- What type of glass is Blenko?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Blenko 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, 2022To 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, 2024Rose 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022West 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.
- Is Blenko glass still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, 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.