Acclaimed for exceptional and exquisite decorative glass vases, crystal serveware and other ornamental objets d’art, glassmaker Stevens & Williams was at the forefront of British glass design from the 19th to early 20th centuries.
Though the company began to take shape in 1776, Stevens & Williams Ltd. was formally established in 1847 in Brierley Hill in the West Midlands of England by entrepreneurs William Stevens and Samuel Cox Williams. During this period and into the late 19th century, demand was high for attractive, mass-produced glass, with imports providing strong competition for British glassmakers. Determined to produce glass products that were “a cut above the rest,” Stevens & Williams focused on creating unique and innovative glassware of unparalleled quality.
Led by master glassmaker John Northwood, Stevens & Williams became known in the 1870s for its hallmark colored glass. In 1880, the company garnered more attention when Northwood encouraged 17-year-old Frederick Carder to join the firm as a draftsman and designer. Despite Carder’s young age, Northwood recognized his prodigious talent for cameo work, engraving, cutting and intaglio, skills which would contribute to some of Stevens & Williams’ most beautiful glass and crystal pieces.
Toward the turn of the century, Stevens & Williams expanded from a traditional Victorian style to include elements of Japonisme and Art Nouveau, styles that particularly influenced Carder.
Northwood continued to work for the company until his death in 1902. A year later, Carder left for the United States, where he became famous for cofounding Steuben Glass Works in Corning, New York.
Stevens & Williams had considerable success in the early 20th century. In 1919, King George V awarded the firm its first Royal Warrant. In the 1930s, it was renowned for its Art Deco-style centerpieces, barware and other glass pieces. Stevens & Williams continued production until 1967. In 1968, the company’s name was changed to Royal Brierley Crystal.
Today, Stevens & Williams’ legacy lives on as one of England’s most revered glassmakers. Glass and crystal bearing the Stevens & Williams mark continue to be highly prized by collectors around the world.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Stevens & Williams decanters, serveware and glass and decorative objects.
Set of 8 Stevens & Williams Blown Crystal Cocktail Glasses w/ Dice Connectors
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
These super rare and fun cocktail glasses will be the topic of conversation at any gathering. Each hand blown crystal goblet features a large circular connector with 2 dice ready for...
Crystal
12 Stevens & Williams Hand Blown Willow Chinoiserie Crystal Water Goblets
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a rare set of 12 hand blown water goblets made by Stevens and Williams, England, circa 1910. The 8" tall and elegant proportion makes these the go-to glasses for any table se...
Crystal
Very Fine Brilliant Cut Glass Fruit Bowl, circa 1880
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Very Fine Brilliant Cut Glass Fruit Bowl, circa 1880 Additional information: Date : circa 1880 Origin : Stevens and Williams - Stourbridge Bowl Features : Panels of miter cut flu...
Glass
Signed Stevens & Williams Hand Blown Crystal Decanter W/ Engraved Daffodils
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is an exquisite example of the amazing workmanship of the iconic English Glassmaker Stevens and Williams. The hand blown crystal decanter is wheel cut in a Narcissus Daffodil pa...
Crystal
$6,200 / set
Set of 12 Stevens & Williams Water Goblets
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Litchfield, CT
This stunning set of 12 goblets from the renowned British glassmaker Stevens & Williams is beyond rare (a single example is on display at the Corning Museum of glass) circa 1880s-189...
Cut Glass
Frederick Carder Art Nouveau Alabaster Glass Museum Piece, Stevens and Williams
By Frederick Carder, Stevens & Williams
Located in Worcester Park, GB
An important small Frederick Carder Art Nouveau Rose Flambé Alabaster vase by Stevens and Williams originally from their own museum and probably unique. Alabaster glass was first cre...
Art Glass
English Stevens & Williams Cameo Overlay Glass Vase by J. Millward, Birks Museum
By Stevens & Williams
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English engraved Stevens & Williams red and white overlay cameo glass vase, hand carved, hand-engraved, and hand-etched by J. Millward, signed Stevens & Williams and J. M...
Cut Glass
Stevens & Williams All-Over Willow Pattern Vase
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a rare handblown crystal vase made by Stevens and Williams, England, circa 1910. The 12.25" tall and elegant proportion makes this a stand alone piece of art as well as a fun...
Crystal
Signed Stevens & Williams Five-Piece Wheel Cut Centerpiece or Epergne
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A rare and amazing signed Stevens and Williams hand blown centerpiece set, all matching, all in excellent condition. Each vase has all-over copper wheel engraved decoration, twist st...
Crystal
Stevens & Williams Green, Saffron Cut to Clear 2 Compotes and 6 Dessert Plates
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This rare pair of hand blown crystal compotes feature 2 overlay colors, vibrant apple green cut to saffron, cut to clear with a starburst pattern. The compotes are paired with 6 matc...
Crystal
Set of Twelve Crystal Martini Glasses by Christinenhutte, Germany
By Christinenhutte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Germany, 1970s. This set of twelve cocktail glasses is made in fine ground and blown crystal. It is a vintage set, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can ...
Crystal
$840 / set
H 2.5 in Dm 3 in
Set of 12 Deborah Ehrlich Simple Crystal Rocks Glasses, Handblown in Sweden
By Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Launched with Takashimaya in 1999, these handblown crystal rocks glasses have become a modern classic. Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is designed for t...
Crystal
$647 / item
H 12.6 in Dm 6.7 in
Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Serpentine Decanter Snake Animal Liquor Bar Whisky
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
A mesmerizing hand-blown glass creation by Simone Crestani, the Serpentine Decanter is a striking piece from the Serpentine Collection, where art and symbolism intertwine with exquis...
Glass
Loetz Art Nouveau Four Handled Phaenomen Iridescent Art Glass Vase
By Loetz Glass
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and rare Bohemian art nouveau Phenomen Genre 2/484 (also known as Medici) pattern Loetz vase dating from around 1902. This beautiful vase stands on a rounded spread fo...
Blown Glass
$530
H 6.5 in Dm 3.35 in
Josef Rindskopf Austrian Art Nouveau Silver Mounted Iridescent Art Glass Vase
By Josef Rindskopf’s Söhne
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Bohemain Art Nouveau art glass vase with an iridescent marbled design and silver rim by Josef Rindskopf and dating from around 1904. The vas...
Silver
$4,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 7.25 in Dm 3.5 in
Ten Moser Gilt Enameled Cobalt Paneled Goblets, C 1930s
By Moser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning set of ten Moser gilt-enameled cobalt paneled goblets. Each goblet features a unique and striking design, characterized by eight raised cobalt pa...
Crystal
$625Sale Price|50% Off
H 6.25 in Dm 3.5 in
Art Nouveau Style Art Glass Vase Signed Contemporary, circa 1980s
By Robert Eickholt
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful contemporary art glass vase in the Art Nouveau style, by artist Robert Eickholt, circa 1980s. Vase is signed "Eickholt" and dated "1988" on bottom as shown in last t...
Art Glass, Blown Glass
$840 / set
H 5.88 in Dm 1.75 in
Set of 12 Deborah Ehrlich Simple Crystal Champagne Glasses, Handblown in Sweden
By Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Launched with Takashimaya in 1999, these handblown crystal champagne glasses have become a modern Classic. Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is desi...
Crystal
$345 / set
H 3.94 in Dm 2.76 in
fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary Dearborn Water or Cocktail Glasses Handmade
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Dearborn water glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect water or cocktail glass for drinks. Pe...
Glass
Set of 2 Deborah Ehrlich Simple Crystal Water Glasses, Hand Blown in Sweden
By Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Launched with Takashimaya in 1999, these hand blown crystal water glasses have become a modern Classic. Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is designed fo...
Crystal
$140 / set
H 5.88 in Dm 1.75 in
Set of 2 Deborah Ehrlich Simple Crystal Champagne Glasses, Hand Blown in Sweden
By Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Launched with Takashimaya in 1999, these hand blown crystal champagne glasses have become a modern Classic. Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is des...
Crystal
Pink Marble Fruit Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite pink marble fruit BOWL, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious natural pink marble, this stunning bowl is a testament to timeless be...
Marble
Stevens & Williams Victorian Cranberry and Uranium Glass Bowl, England 1890
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Glasgow, GB
A late Victorian cranberry and uranium glass bowl, crafted by Stevens & Williams, Stourbridge, England, circa 1890. This decorative bowl exemplifies Stevens & Williams' mastery of V...
Art Glass, Milk Glass, Uranium Glass
Stevens and Williams Rock Crystal Intaglio Cut Water Jug
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Stevens and Williams rock crystal intaglio cut water jug Period : Victoria / Edward VII – c1900 Origin : England Colour : Clear Description : All over intaglio cut prunus p...
Glass
Hukin and Heath- Stevens and Williams Claret Jug 1893
By Hukin & Heath, Stevens & Williams
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Stevens and Williams claret jug Date : 1893 Period : Victoria Origin : Stourbridge Colour : Clear Stopper : Hukin and Heath sterling silver hallmarked in Birmingham in 1893...
Blown Glass
Set of Four Stevens and Williams Rock Crystal Champagne Coupes, circa 1910
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Set of Four Stevens and Williams Rock Crystal Champagne Coupes, circa 1910 Additional Information: Heading : Set of Six Stevens and Williams Rock Crystal Champagne Coupes Period : Edward VII - George V c1910 Origin : Brierley Hill, Staffordshire Colour : Clear Bowl : Pan top, elaborate and intense cutting Stem : Hour glass Foot : Undercut radial pattern Glass Type : Lead glass Size : H 15.7 cm Diameter bowl : 8.7 cm Diameter foot: 7.3 cm Condition : Exemplary Restoration : None The entwined flowering prunus was a motif created by Frederick Carder of Stevens & Williams. The two carvers working with Carder's designs at the time were John Orchard...
Rock Crystal
Stevens & Williams Butterscotch Cut to Clear Jug
By Stevens & Williams
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning and rare jug by renowned British glassmakers Stevens & Williams features an exquisite butterscotch Cut to Clear design with scrolling foliat...
Silver
Cut to Clear Glass Pitcher by Stevens & Williams
By Stevens & Williams
Located in New Orleans, LA
This mesmerizing green glass pitcher is set apart by its gorgeous color, enchanting design, and exquisitely repousséd silver top. Masterfully crafted by celebrated English glassmaker...
Silver
Pair of Intaglio Engraved Glass Plates by Stevens & Williams
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A pair of glass plates intaglio engraved with fruiting vines with a star cut centre.
Glass, Cut Glass
Intaglio Glass Perfume by Stevens & Williams
By Stevens & Williams
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming intaglio cut glass perfume bottle boasts gorgeous color and an enchanting design. Masterfully crafted by celebrated English glassmakers Stevens & Williams, the scroll a...
Silver
Set of 12 Stevens & Williams Hand Blown Crystal Goblets with Fox Hunt Motifs
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 12 hand blown crystal goblets large goblets were made in England by Stevens and Williams, circa 1910. Each one features a unique figural bubble connector depicting a diff...
Crystal
Stevens & Williams Cut Crystal Decanter, circa 1890s England
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Litchfield, CT
Sterling, Stevens & Williams, England, circa 1890s. From the renowned English glass house, Stevens and Williams, this decanter frankly is as good as it gets. From the delicate pink c...
Crystal
Twelve Stevens and Williams Willow Champagne Coupes
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a rare set of twelve handblown champgne goblets made by Stevens and Williams, England, circa 1910. Standing 5 1/4" tall, the elegant propo...
Crystal
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H 5.63 in Dm 4 in
Set of 12 Stevens & Williams Amethyst Goblets with Optic Swirl & Alabaster Stems
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
One is lucky to find a single example of this goblet but this is a set of 12 handblown lavender goblets made by Stevens and Williams. These predate the arrival of Frederick Carder at...
Blown Glass