Set of Roemer Wine Glasses with Applied Grape Decoration
Decorative art, Glassware • In the style of West German or Austrian glass manufacturers (such as Nachtmann or similar regional workshops producing 'Römer' style glasses)
Style & Movement
Revivalist Traditional / Mid-Century German Folk Art influence
Medium & Technique
Mouth-blown glass with green stem (stenglas), hand-painted gold leaf or enamel vine scrolls, applied red and green rhinestones/cabochons, and a gilded rim.
Creation Period
Late 20th century (circa 1970s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12-15 cm in height; globular bowl format with a flared foot.
Subject Description
Traditional German Roemer glassware featuring globular bowls decorated with vine leaves, grape clusters represented by red gems, and tendrils. The stems are green, ribbed, and flared in the classical style usually associated with Riesling or Rhine wine service.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good - The glass appears intact, though there is visible wear to the gold gilding on the rims and some surfaces.
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $80 for the partial set
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a secondary retail market or household estate; no specific labels visible, indicative of mass-produced or regional giftware.
Art Historical Significance
These represent a mid-to-late 20th-century commercial reiteration of the historic 'Roemer' wine glass, which dates back to the 15th-century Rhineland. They reflect the continued popularity of traditional European viticulture aesthetics in domestic decorative arts.
Notable Features
Distinctive applied 3D grape clusters and the classic green coiled stem which mimics the historic 'forest glass' (Waldglas) tradition.
Condition Issues
Frittering or thinning of the gold leaf on the rim (gilding loss); potential adhesive aging around the applied plastic/glass gems; minor surface scratches from handling.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand-wash only in lukewarm water with mild detergent; avoid abrasive sponges to prevent further gold loss; display out of direct sunlight to prevent adhesive degradation.