Depression Glass
What is Art Glass?
1. Art glass is almost exclusively used to decorate home.
2. In the broadest sense, art glass could be said to be decorative glass, as opposed to glassware with utilitarian purposes. Most of the time, a scratch or nick in an art glass can severely devalue it, so that they are not intended for practical uses. But that does not mean that they are completely useless. If it says “paperweight,” yes, it can be used as a paperweight.
3. There are various ways to create art glass:
- Molding: This type is also called pressed glass and is often made by machines. Some people think that molded glass is not art glass, while others think they still qualify for it as long as they are artistic and display high quality.
- Blowing: This is the most common method to make art glass in many studios. Each object would be a unique creation made by the artist. Until 1977, generally only blown glass was considered to be art glass.
- Hot working: Glass is manipulated with tools such as pincers and shears while glass is elastic.
4. Glassblowing is labor intensive and time consuming. Thus, historically only those who can afford to buy art glass could own them.
5. Art glass does not only include small works such as bowls, vases, and paperweights – it has become increasingly common for artists to construct architectural works.
6. Not all of art glass is handmade by one single artist. It depends on how you define it and what types of things you collect. For example, some art glass is not created by one artist, but by a team of artists. Some studios are more like factories.
7. Art glass is not the only type of glass that is collected. For example, depression glass, a type of cheap glassware that was distributed for almost free during the Great Depression, is now a collectible because it became rare over time.
8. Not all factory-made glass is machine-made and may qualify as art glass. Up to the 1930s, most processes in the factory were performed by hand.
9. Art glass is different from glass art, glassware, stained glass, and architectural glass.
10. Hobby glass is not considered as art glass. Professionals often do not recognize amateur work as such.
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Hazel Atlas Stemmed Sherbet 3 Color Bands Black Floral $12.50 |
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Pink Depression Glass Center Handled Sandwich Tray $24.99 |
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Pink Depression Center Handle Server- Open Lace, 1930′s $59.99 |
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2 PC BLUE ICE GLASS SALT CELLAR~DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS~LAST ONES~NEW in box $19.99 |
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YELLOW LEMON GLASS SALT & PEPPER~DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS~DISHWASHER SAFE~NEW $16.99 |
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AMETHYST GLASS BUTTER DISH~DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS~NEW $29.99 |
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COLLECTIBLE PURPLE AMETHYST DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS PIANO CANDY DISH~jewelry box $25.99 |
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AMETHYST PURPLE depression style GLASS PITCHER~DISHWASHER SAFE~NEW in box $24.99 |
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AMETHYST DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS SYRUP DISPENSER~Dishwasher Safe~NEW in box~ $17.99 |
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BURNT SUGAR AMBER DEPRESSION ERA ELEGANT GLASS CHEESE COMPOTE $20.00 |
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RED GLASS BUTTER DISH~DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS~NEW IN BOX $16.99 |
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BURNT SUGAR AMBER DEPRESSION MID CENTURY GLASS FREE FORMED WING BOWL 7″ $20.00 |
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Green Depression Cake Plate Sunflower Jeanette $14.99 |
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ELEGANT DEPRESSION GLASS LID RASPBERRY FINIAL LIGHT EMERALD COLOR CAMBRIDGE ?? $20.00 |
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Ashtray and Centerpiece $15.00 |
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4PC COLLECTIBLE PINK DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS JAR SET~NEW $19.99 |
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PINK MILK GLASS POWDER JAR $44.00 |
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AMETHYST PURPLE SALT & PEPPER~DEPRESSION STYLE GLASS~NEW in box~LAST SET~ $15.99 |
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PINK DEPRESSION CANDY DISH WITH HANDLE $20.49 |
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Pink Depression~DORIC ~ 3-PART CLOVER LEAF SHAPED CANDY DISH ~Jeannette Glass Co $8.50 |
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VINTAGE CLEAR GLASS HEAVY ROUND SCALLOPPED EDGE FLOWER PATTERN PLATTE PLATTER * $39.99 |
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WESTMORELAND~Depression~FOOTED CREAMER & SUGAR BOWL~Della Robbia Milk Glass~MINT $11.50 |
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Set of 4–Vintage–ANCHOR HOCKING–SANDWICH CRYSTAL–Oval BOWLS- $10.50 |
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Indiana Glass # 612 Horseshoe round Green Sandwich PLATTER 11.50 inch GREAT $22.00 |
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Sierra “Pinwheel” Green 9″ Dinner Plate Set/2 Jeannette Glass Co. 1931-1933 $21.50 |
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Beautiful CRYSTAL BOWL/DISH Depression Era EC $22.77 |
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5 Vintage Depression Glass Jeannette Holiday Buttons & Bows PINK SHERBERTS retro $14.99 |
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Pink Glass Depression Dish $5.99 |
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Pink Cherry Blossom Footed Juice $18.99 |
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Anchor Hocking Berwick Cordial Glass – Set of 4 $14.25 |
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Pink Depression Sugar Bowl ~Hazel Atlas “Royal Lace” ~ Mint! $17.00 |
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Vintage GREEN Kitchenware Depression Glass Art Deco 2 Cup Measuring Base VIDRIO $9.99 |
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Pink Depression Milk Pitcher with applied Handle (1289) $19.99 |
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Set of 4 Vintage Federal Sherbert Footed Bowls $14.73 |
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Vintage Depression Glass Headboard Lamp Light Pink With A Bow Very Nice L@@K $24.99 |
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Libbey Premiere Cobalt Blue 16-Ounce Goblet Glass, Set of 12 $41.88 Libbey premiere sheer rim cobalt blue 16 oz tall iced tea glass this tall 16 oz iced tea glass is forged with the classic premiere shape in a deep cobalt blue, and features libbey”s sheer rim dura temp edge, which is a beadless edge that has been polished down for extra durability and is guaranteed against chippage. this glass also comes with libbey”s safedge rim and foot guarantee, their promis… |
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Home Essentials 5224 Del Sol Pineapple Jug Beverage Dispenser, 2.7-Gallon $39.99 Reminiscent of depression glass. Perfect for your next bridal shower, wedding reception, or just as a simple afternoon get together on the patio. Holds 5 liters. Measures 15 x 9 x 11 (with lid and spigot)…. |
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RSVP Retro Blue Glass Salt & Pepper Shakers $13.95 RSVP’s Retro Salt and Pepper Shakers recall the charm of grandma’s kitchen, roadside diners, and traditional pizza parlors. Each set includes both salt and pepper shakers with wide stainless steel screw-on lids. Capacity: 8 oz…. |
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Through the Pane $8.99 Depression Glass’s debut album. Jeff Meade & Scott McAndrew. TRACKS: 1.The Man That I Am , 2.Dreamless , 3.Through the Pane , 4.Harvest Moon , 5.Legacy , 6.What Harm to Try , 7.Fantasy Girl , 8.Train Ride 9.Run Away , 10.Nancy , 11.Beginning the End , 12.Winter Wonderland , 13.Is It Still Christmas… |
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Dark Glasses & Kaleidoscopes (Living With Manic Depression) $10.95 exploration of the symptoms and treatment of manic depression through honest, emotional testimony of people and families who live with these illneses…… |
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Dark Glasses & Kaleidoscopes (Living with Manic Depression) $10.00 … |
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Living Glass Popular Patterns of the Depression Era Volume 2 … |
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Uvex S1933X Skyper Safety Eyewear, Black Frame, SCT-Orange UV Extreme Anti-Fog Lens $6.60 … |
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Clear Glass Melon Cabinet Knobs & Pulls, Drawer Pulls & Handles 8 pc ~ Style #K10 Unique Vintage Style Glass Melon Knobs w/ Nickel Hardware $33.60 Use the ball shaped glass melon cabinet knobs, drawer pulls and handles on cupboards, kitchen drawers & bathroom cabinets, shutters, vanities & dressers. Both beautiful and durable, the vintage chic glass knobs are made from recycled glass, individually hand-molded in a cast iron mold and flame-polished by professional glassworkers. Mounting post is 1 1/2 in. long. These knobs are hand molded and … |
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Fluted Crystal & Brushed Nickel Premium Passage Door Knob Set. A very special purchase of the Finest Crystal Glass Passage Door set, with all the hardware needed to install on interior or exterior passage doors. $69.95 Complete Crystal Passage Door Knob Sets, Dollar for Dollar your greatest value. Includes many features, never before offer at this price point. (1) Premium Retrofit Rosettes, hand forged in BRUSHED NICKEL over solid brass with connecting screws for both 1-3/8″ and 1-3/4″ door thickness. (2) Our exclusive Secure Set Screw System. (3) Standard sets for 2-3/8″ backset (2-3/4″ backset is available on … |