Etched Floral Liqueur Set
Decorative art; crystal glassware set consisting of a decanter and six cordial glasses • Unidentified manufacturer; possibly European (Czech/Bohemian) or American (similar to Tiffin or Cambridge glass styles)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Traditional / Neo-Rococo influence
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown lead crystal or glass with wheel-engraved or acid-etched floral and foliate motifs
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1940s-1960s)
Dimensions & Format
Decanter approx. 10-12 inches tall; glasses approx. 4-5 inches tall; vertical arrangement
Subject Description
The set features a tall, handled decanter with a matching stopper and six tulip-shaped cordial glasses. Each piece is decorated with delicate etched floral patterns (roses or poppies) and vines, symbolizing hospitality and refinement.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the glass maintains high clarity with no immediate signs of chips or clouding
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $300 USD
Auction Estimate
$80 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely a residential heirloom. Absence of visible signatures suggests a commercial luxury producer from the mid-century period.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the post-WWII domestic trend toward formal entertaining and the mass-market accessibility of 'elegant glass' that mimicked aristocratic 18th-century European designs.
Notable Features
Graceful swan-neck handle on decanter; finely pulled stems on cordials; includes high-quality facetted crystal and pewter-style stoppers.
Condition Issues
Possible minor surface scratches ('shelf wear') on bases; cork on the metal wine stopper (foreground accessory) shows slight degradation.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild detergent; avoid dishwashers to prevent glass 'sickness' (clouding); store with spacers to avoid rim contact.