Cut Glass Decanters
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Barware
Glass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 1850s English High Victorian Barware
Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century Edwardian Barware
Glass
Vintage 1930s English Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Cut Glass
20th Century British Edwardian Glass
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Barware
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Glass
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century English George III Barware
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Barware
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Regency Barware
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Barware
Glass, Blown Glass
20th Century French Modern Barware
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Barware
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Barware
Silver Plate
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Glass
Cut Glass
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Metal
Mid-20th Century Argentine Art Deco Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century French Barware
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century Czech Bohemian Barware
Cut Glass, Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Glass
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 18th Century Irish Bottles
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Silver Plate
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Barware
Silver Plate
20th Century French Barware
Silver
20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware
Silver
20th Century British Art Deco Barware
Silver
20th Century French Louis XV Barware
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Early 1800s English George III Barware
Cut Glass
Vintage 1920s English Glass
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Glass
Silver
Antique 1890s English Barware
Silver
Antique 19th Century British Sheraton Glass
Cut Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Sheraton Glass
Cut Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Glass
Brass
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Barware
Antler, Glass
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Barware
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Barware
Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Barware
Crystal
Early 20th Century Czech Islamic Barware
Art Glass
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Barware
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Barware
Cut Glass, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Barware
Silver Plate
Antique Late 19th Century British Barware
Multi-gemstone, Brass, Other, Silver
Antique 1880s American Moorish Barware
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1800s Late Victorian Barware
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Irish George III Glass
Glass, Cut Glass
Antique 1810s British George III Glass
Cut Glass
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Finding the Right Barware for You
Whether it’s streamlined or sophisticated, a bar area is always a welcoming feature in any home interior. A cheery well-made drink with friends and family has the potential to yield some unforgettable moments alongside those that aren’t easily remembered. And the only way to conjure that exemplary cordial is by putting the proper antique or vintage barware to work.
Essential barware equipment ranges from sterling-silver barspoons for mixing your cocktails in tall collins glasses to jiggers, shakers and strainers that allow you to whip up martinis and old-fashioneds.
From a design standpoint, some barware, such as our array of Art Deco glass whiskey sets or mid-century modern silver-banded tumblers crafted by Dorothy Thorpe, can help position your bar as a bold and attractive centerpiece to a room. At the very least, a carefully curated collection of barware can elevate with subtlety the bar’s nearby fixtures, as a handcrafted crystal decanter might do for your vintage 1960s bar cart.
As cocktail hour draws near, find inspiration in our gorgeous gallery of home bars in locales ranging from London to New York to San Francisco, and browse the exquisite selection of antique, new and vintage barware and glassware on 1stDibs.
- Do old decanters contain lead?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, old decanters may contain lead if they are crystal. Until the passage of regulations in the 1960s, many manufacturers used crystal that was 32 percent lead or more. As a result, decanters made from the crystal are generally not safe to use to store spirits. On 1stDibs, find a collection of decanters.
- Are glass decanters valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether glass decanters are valuable depends on the piece. The maker, age, rarity and condition of a decanter will influence its value, and whether or not collectors desire pieces like it will also have an effect on how much a given glass decanter will be worth. A certified appraiser can evaluate a particular decanter and provide an estimate of its value. On 1stDibs, find a range of glass decanters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a cut-glass decanter, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the decanter in the sink and wipe it with a soft cloth. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a soft towel. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage decanters.
- What is American cut glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021American cut glass is a technique used for decorating glass. The period from 1771 to 1876 is considered the early period of American cut glass — later, cut glass was called Brilliant glass. This technique is associated with high labor costs and involves the work of skilled craftsmen — American cut glass is considered a luxury item and can be very valuable.
- What is Bohemian-cut glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bohemian glass is decorative glassware from the 13th century onwards made in Bohemia and Silesia. It is famous for its cut and Baroque style engraving, which was crafted between 1685 and 1750. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Bohemian-cut glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021American Brilliant cut glass is deeply and sharply cut glass known for its reflective quality and highly polished nature. This type of glass is thick, heavy, and very clear.Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021The difference between cut glass and cut crystal is the lead content along with some other criteria. "There are three primary criteria for crystal as established by the European Union in 1969: a lead content in excess of 24%, a density in excess of 2.90 and a reflective index of 1.545." "Prior to 1969 crystal glass was generally around 36% lead. However, due to concerns over lead leaching the percentage was reduced to the [unofficial} standard of 24%. Today glass with a lead content of 10% or more is considered to be crystal or “fine glass”" in the US.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if glass is brilliant cut, try striking it with your finger. It should produce a sound like a ringing bell. Because so many convincing replicas exist, consider having an experienced and licensed appraiser evaluate the piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted American brilliant cut glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Cut glass is a highly valuable collectible on any antique market. Cut glass will tend to have a defined pattern with sharper detail. You should also look for mold marks as cut glass should be sharp and not smooth. Find a variety of glass collectibles and art glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023It is not necessarily true that a diamond is real if it cuts glass. Before the advent of high-quality synthetic gemstones, attempting to scratch a piece of glass with a gemstone was a more accurate way of determining whether it was a real diamond. However, some human-made stones are now hard enough to produce scratches on glass, just like diamonds. As a result, experts generally say that the best way to tell if a diamond is real is to have it inspected by an experienced jeweler, dealer or appraiser. Shop a large collection of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if cut glass is American Brilliant, look for deep cuts that reflect light with a brilliance. If you can, flick the glass gently with your fingernail and listen for a bell-like ring. Always purchase crystal from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of American Brilliant crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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