Set of Three Polka Dot Balloon Wine Glasses
Decorative Glassware; Stemware • Unknown commercial manufacturer; possibly mass-market giftware brands like Pier 1 Imports or HomeGoods
Style & Movement
Contemporary Decorative Arts; Pop-Art influenced novelty glassware
Medium & Technique
Soda-lime glass; Machine-blown bowl and stem with applied enamel/epoxy silk-screened or hand-painted dots
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8-9 inches in height; Balloon-shaped bowl with slender stem and circular base.
Subject Description
A set of three balloon-style wine glasses featuring a random distribution of multi-colored polka dots (purple, orange, red, green, and pink) across the surface of the bowls.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; functional but showing signs of use and handling.
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $15 USD for the set.
Auction Estimate
$5 - $10 USD (Thrift/Charity shop levels).
Provenance History
Unknown; currently located in a secondary retail or thrift store environment as indicated by the price tag.
Art Historical Significance
Low; these are mass-produced utilitarian objects designed for the giftware market rather than unique artworks. They represent the democratization of color-coded lifestyle design in the late 90s.
Notable Features
Multi-colored polka dot motif; large balloon-style bowl suitable for red wine; typical of mid-market kitchenware from the early 2000s.
Condition Issues
Visible surface scratching and abrasions on the glass; some fading or minor loss to the colored dots; adhesive residue from price tags.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild detergent; avoid abrasive sponges to prevent further scratching of the glass or loss of the enamel dots.
Collector Notes
3 wine glasses