
Vintage Amber Crackle Glass Decanter with Stopper and Matching Bud Vase
This lot consists of two pieces of mid-century modern amber colored art glass, likely produced by a company such as Blenko or Kanawha around the 1960s or 1970s. The primary piece is a round, globular-bodied decanter featuring a distinct ruffled or crimped collar and a clear, solid glass teardrop-shaped stopper. The secondary piece is a small bud vase with a flared rim and a bulbous lower body. Both pieces are executed in yellow-amber 'crackle' glass, a technique where hot glass is briefly dipped in cold water to create a network of internal fractures while maintaining structural integrity. The decanter stands approximately 8 to 9 inches tall including the stopper. The craftsmanship indicates hand-blown glass, evident in the slightly irregular ruffled rim and the variations in the crackle pattern. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips or significant surface scratches, and the amber color is vibrant and consistent across both items. There are no visible maker\'s marks, which is common for such glassware from this era, as they often relied on paper labels. The set represents a classic example of American decorative glass design from the mid-20th century.
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Estimated Value
$45 - $75
Basic Information
Category
Vintage Glassware / Collectibles
Appraised On
February 9, 2026
Estimated Value
$45 - $75
Item Description
This lot consists of two pieces of mid-century modern amber colored art glass, likely produced by a company such as Blenko or Kanawha around the 1960s or 1970s. The primary piece is a round, globular-bodied decanter featuring a distinct ruffled or crimped collar and a clear, solid glass teardrop-shaped stopper. The secondary piece is a small bud vase with a flared rim and a bulbous lower body. Both pieces are executed in yellow-amber 'crackle' glass, a technique where hot glass is briefly dipped in cold water to create a network of internal fractures while maintaining structural integrity. The decanter stands approximately 8 to 9 inches tall including the stopper. The craftsmanship indicates hand-blown glass, evident in the slightly irregular ruffled rim and the variations in the crackle pattern. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips or significant surface scratches, and the amber color is vibrant and consistent across both items. There are no visible maker\'s marks, which is common for such glassware from this era, as they often relied on paper labels. The set represents a classic example of American decorative glass design from the mid-20th century.
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