American Glassware

American glassware design is a luminous chapter in the annals of applied and decorative arts, reflecting the nation’s inventive spirit and its historical journey. From the utilitarian simplicity of early Colonial glass to the intricate Art Nouveau styles of Tiffany and the bold Modernist expressions of the mid-20th century, American glassware has continuously evolved. It stands as a testament to skilled craftsmanship, technological advancement, and artistic expression. Each piece, be it a delicately etched vase or a robustly colored dish, encapsulates a unique blend of function and beauty, mirroring the cultural and economic currents of its time. This dynamic segment of design history not only enriches our interiors but also serves as a clear pane through which we can view the shifting American aesthetic and its role in shaping the global landscape of decorative arts.su_spacer size=”50″]

Burmese Glass featured image

Burmese glass (1885) was an almost opaque satin glass. Its shading was from salmon pink at the top to pale yellow below. It was attractive mostly when illuminated and was much used in fairy lamps and occasionally in chandeliers and candelabra.Read More →

Dominick Labino featured image

He began his work as an instrument builder for the Bacharach Instrument Company in Pittsburgh. He then moved on to Owens-Illinois Glass Company, where he developed a lifetime interest in glass. He established small laboratories to create new glass batches and fabricate small glass objects while in command of the Owens-Illinois Glass Company milk-bottle plant. Read More →