Overview
A sophisticated example of 'Elegant Glass' featuring a wide coupe bowl with intricate wheel-cut floral etchings and a distinctive notched, faceted stem.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
American Elegant Glass Champagne Coupe, c. 1940s
Photo reference
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Story
During the 1940s, the American dinner table was a theater of social status, and pieces like this were the lead actors.
Maker / Origin
The Tiffin Glass Company, founded in 1889, became one of America's most prestigious glassmakers, eventually earning the honor of providing glassware for the White House and U.S. Embassies.
Condition & Value
The glass appears to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips to the delicate rim or the faceted edges of the stem. This estimate is for a single stem; value increases significantly for matched sets of 6, 8, or 12.
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