Diamond and Wedge Cut Water/Wine Goblet
Decorative Art - Glassware • Unidentified manufacturer; possibly Gorham, Waterford (Marquis line), or Mikasa in a traditional style.
Style & Movement
Traditional Revival / Neo-Classical
Medium & Technique
Lead/Soda-lime glass; press-molded or hand-cut with diamond and wedge patterns; multi-collared or knopped stem.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (approx. 1970-1990)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 7-8 inches in height; vertical goblet format.
Subject Description
Utilitarian luxury vessel featuring a flared bowl decorated with criss-cross diamond hatching (cross-cuts) and vertical wedge cuts. The stem features a decorative triple-knop (collar) design.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible surface dust and a large adhesive residue/sticker on the base. No immediate chips visible from photo.
Estimated Market Value
$5 - $15 USD
Auction Estimate
$10 - $20 USD (as part of a set)
Provenance History
Unknown; currently located in a secondary retail or thrift environment suggesting private household disposal.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the mass-market proliferation of traditional Irish and English lead crystal aesthetics in middle-class American dining during the late 20th century.
Notable Features
Features a distinctively ornate multi-collared stem which is more decorative than standard modern glassware.
Condition Issues
Adhesive residue on the foot; possible light scuffing on the rim or base from shelf wear.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash with mild detergent and warm water; use adhesive remover for the sticker residue; avoid dishwashers to prevent glass clouding.