Four Etched Crystal Aperitif or Liqueur Glasses with Vine Motif
Decorative Art/Glassware; Stemmed Liqueur Glasses • Likely European Manufacture (possibly Czech/Bohemian or French like Baccarat or Saint-Louis), or American Brilliant period manufacturers
Style & Movement
Traditional Decorative / Late Art Nouveau Influence
Medium & Technique
Lead crystal or soda-lime glass; wheel-etched or acid-etched decoration with hand-finished stem
Creation Period
Early to Mid-20th Century (circa 1920–1950)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated height: 4 to 5 inches per glass; Format: Vertical stemmed glassware
Subject Description
A set of four matching stemmed glasses featuring an etched botanical motif of grapevines and leaves encircling the upper bowl. The composition transitions from a conical bowl into a faceted or tapered stem with a flat circular base.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; No major structural cracks visible, though the surface shows minor signs of age-appropriate wear.
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $120 for the set of four
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80
Provenance History
Likely acquired as part of a domestic formal dining service; passed through private estate or family inheritance. No visible maker's mark in photograph.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of high-quality mid-century household craftsmanship. Such pieces reflect the transition from ornate Victorian aesthetics to the more streamlined but still decorated utility of the early 20th century.
Notable Features
Delicate grape and leaf etching; elegant tapered stem design; consistent uniformity suggesting a high-quality production run.
Condition Issues
Minor surface scratches (flea bites) on the base; possible slight dulling of the glass clarity due to hard water or storage; minor chips on the rim may exist upon microscopic inspection.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand-wash only with mild detergent; avoid dishwashers to prevent glass sickness (clouding); store with space between each glass to prevent rim chipping.