Fostoria Champagne Flute Appraisal

Fostoria Glass 'Chintz' Pattern Etched Champagne or Tall Sherbet Glass

This item is a piece of elegant stems glassware, specifically a champagne or tall sherbet glass featuring a delicate floral etch. The item is identified as the 'Chintz' pattern (etch #338), produced by the Fostoria Glass Company, likely on the #6017 stem blank. The glass is made of clear, high-quality non-lead or low-lead crystal, exhibiting excellent clarity and light refraction. Its physical construction features a wide, flared conical bowl with a slightly out-turned rim, supported by an ornate decorative stem. The stem shows a central baluster shape with pressed vertical ribbing or 'zipper' style accents, which provides both visual interest and tactile grip. The etching consists of a complex, flowing arrangement of blossoms, leaves, and wispy foliage that wraps around the bowl in a romantic, naturalistic style characteristic of the Depression era and mid-20th century. This pattern was introduced in the 1940s and remained popular through the 1970s. The glass appears to be in very good vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant clouding (devitrification) often seen in older glass. The base is a simple circular foot with a smooth finish. There are no maker's marks visible, which is standard for Fostoria of this period, as they primarily used paper labels. The craftsmanship is evident in the sharpness of the etch and the lack of internal bubbles or seams in the glass.