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Black Amethyst Glass Highball Glasses, Floral Relief Motif, Service for 10

US$325.00

These highball glasses possess a dramatic, obsidian-like presence, achieved through the use of deep black amethyst glass. The monochromatic design features a textured, sculptural relief of stylized floral blossoms that wrap around the vessel, creating a sophisticated play of shadow and light. Their tall, slender silhouette and light-absorbing surfaces lend them a mysterious, avant-garde quality that transforms functional glassware into compelling decorative objects.

Attribution & Period

By Libbey Glass Company, Toledo, Ohio, circa 1960s. The presence of the cursive “L” within a circle embossed on the base serves as the definitive maker's mark for Libbey’s mid-century boutique collections. While Libbey is widely known for gilded patterns, this rare, non-decorated black-on-black relief execution was a specialized modernist offering. The style is consistent with the "Continental" or "Ebony" aesthetics of the 1960s, designed for sophisticated, high-contrast interior schemes.

Dimensions & Weight

  • Height: 5.5”

  • Width / Diameter: 2.875” (Mouth)

  • Depth / Base Diameter: 2”

  • Weight: 0.39 lbs (per glass)

Condition

Excellent condition. These examples exhibit a remarkable state of preservation with zero observable wear to the raised floral design. The glass maintains a high-gloss, mirror-like finish with no chips, cracks, or internal fractures. The clarity of the black amethyst material—which reveals deep purple tones only when held to intense direct light—remains pristine.

Authenticity & Construction

Crafted from heavy-gauge, machine-pressed tempered glass, these pieces were engineered for both durability and visual impact. The floral motif is integrated into the mold, resulting in a permanent structural relief rather than an applied decoration. The fire-polished finish gives the black glass its characteristic liquid luster, a hallmark of Libbey's high-end 1960s production.

Placement

These glasses are a superb choice for an architecturally-focused interior or a minimalist monochrome bar setup. Their deep black profile provides a sharp, sophisticated contrast against marble countertops or light wood surfaces. They are particularly effective in high-concept contemporary spaces where texture and form are prioritized over color.

STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE; This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many MCM and antique design objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than guaranteed maker identification.

These highball glasses possess a dramatic, obsidian-like presence, achieved through the use of deep black amethyst glass. The monochromatic design features a textured, sculptural relief of stylized floral blossoms that wrap around the vessel, creating a sophisticated play of shadow and light. Their tall, slender silhouette and light-absorbing surfaces lend them a mysterious, avant-garde quality that transforms functional glassware into compelling decorative objects.

Attribution & Period

By Libbey Glass Company, Toledo, Ohio, circa 1960s. The presence of the cursive “L” within a circle embossed on the base serves as the definitive maker's mark for Libbey’s mid-century boutique collections. While Libbey is widely known for gilded patterns, this rare, non-decorated black-on-black relief execution was a specialized modernist offering. The style is consistent with the "Continental" or "Ebony" aesthetics of the 1960s, designed for sophisticated, high-contrast interior schemes.

Dimensions & Weight

  • Height: 5.5”

  • Width / Diameter: 2.875” (Mouth)

  • Depth / Base Diameter: 2”

  • Weight: 0.39 lbs (per glass)

Condition

Excellent condition. These examples exhibit a remarkable state of preservation with zero observable wear to the raised floral design. The glass maintains a high-gloss, mirror-like finish with no chips, cracks, or internal fractures. The clarity of the black amethyst material—which reveals deep purple tones only when held to intense direct light—remains pristine.

Authenticity & Construction

Crafted from heavy-gauge, machine-pressed tempered glass, these pieces were engineered for both durability and visual impact. The floral motif is integrated into the mold, resulting in a permanent structural relief rather than an applied decoration. The fire-polished finish gives the black glass its characteristic liquid luster, a hallmark of Libbey's high-end 1960s production.

Placement

These glasses are a superb choice for an architecturally-focused interior or a minimalist monochrome bar setup. Their deep black profile provides a sharp, sophisticated contrast against marble countertops or light wood surfaces. They are particularly effective in high-concept contemporary spaces where texture and form are prioritized over color.

STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE; This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many MCM and antique design objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than guaranteed maker identification.