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What is black glass?
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Black glass is a color of glass achieved by adding manganese to the glass batch. Although named black glass, when held to light, black glass is more of a reddish-purple.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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1940s Murano Opaque Black Glass with Irregular Brown Vein
Located in Marbella, ES
Opaque black glass with irregular brown veins making it unique. The base has a mark with the
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
French Gilded Gilt Iron Coffee Table
Located in Queens, NY
circular black opaque glass top.
Top has been replaced.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
Georgian Wine Glass with Opaque Twist Stem c1760
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Georgian wine glass with opaque twist stem c1760
Period : George II / George III – c1760
Category
Antique 1760s British Georgian Glass
Materials
Glass
Gilt Decorated Black Bristol Glass Cordial Decanter / Glasses, Set of 7
Located in Miami, FL
gilt decorated opaque black Bristol glass cordial decanter set with a decanter, stopper, and six
Category
Early 20th Century English Glass
Materials
Glass
Pair of Gold and Black Opaque Murano Glass Floor Lamps
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of black and gold opaque Murano glass floor lamps. Decorative lamps with bold colors
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Antique Hand Painted Opaque Glass Vase
Located in Ipswich, GB
This is a large antique hand-painted Opaque glass vase with shaped gilded gold handles and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Vases
Materials
Glass