Fostoria Glass Company 'Chintz' Etched Water Goblet

This is a clear lead crystal water goblet featuring the 'Chintz' etching (pattern #338), produced by the Fostoria Glass Company between 1940 and 1970. The goblet showcases an elegant blown-glass bowl with a delicate needle-etched floral and scroll motif that wraps around the vessel. The design features finely detailed wild roses, thorny foliage, and stippled background elements, which were a hallmark of mid-century American elegance. The bowl is supported by a distinctive 'Lucasta' stem (#6017), characterized by a vertical, ornate molded texture with beaded or 'zippered' edges that provide a pleasant tactile grip. Structurally, the glass exhibits high clarity and light refraction consistent with quality vintage crystal. There are no visible chips, cracks, or significant clouding (sickness), though minor shelf wear on the circular base is typical for its age. The craftsmanship is indicative of high-quality hand-finished American glassware. This piece exemplifies the Depression-era through Mid-Century traditional aesthetic, highly sought after by collectors of formal tableware and Fostoria enthusiasts.