These goblets possess a luminous, ethereal quality, radiating a soft verdant glow even in natural light. The vertical optic ribs within the flared bowls create a rhythmic play of light and shadow, enhancing the sculptural depth of the form. Their elegant faceted stems and thin-walled construction exemplify the sophisticated "Elegant Glass" movement of the early 20th century, offering a compelling blend of Art Deco geometry and material translucency.
Attribution & Period
Attributed to Tiffin (United States Glass Co.). The "Vertical Optic" pattern and specific apple-green hue are characteristic of Tiffin’s production in the late 1920s. This attribution is supported by the high quality of the glass, the polished base, and the faceted geometry of the stem, which is consistent with Tiffin’s high-end stemware lines from the late Art Deco period.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
Clinical and excellent. No chips, cracks, or structural repairs are present. The glass retains exceptional clarity with no signs of "sickness" or calcification. Minimal shelf wear is observed on the base consistent with age. Note: These pieces exhibit a strong, brilliant neon-green fluorescence under 365nm UV light, confirming the presence of uranium in the glass melt—a hallmark of authentic period production.
Authenticity & Construction
These pieces were hand-blown into an optic mold to achieve the internal vertical ribbing, followed by the hand-application and finishing of the faceted stem and foot. This labor-intensive process ensures a refined finish and thin-walled delicacy that distinguishes "Elegant Glass" from contemporary mass-produced Depression-era glassware.
Placement
Ideally positioned on a modern bar cart or a formal tablescape where they can interact with light. Their architectural ribbing and reactive material make them especially effective when placed in a brightly lit cabinet or near a window to capture natural illumination.
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 goblets possess a luminous, ethereal quality, radiating a soft verdant glow even in natural light. The vertical optic ribs within the flared bowls create a rhythmic play of light and shadow, enhancing the sculptural depth of the form. Their elegant faceted stems and thin-walled construction exemplify the sophisticated "Elegant Glass" movement of the early 20th century, offering a compelling blend of Art Deco geometry and material translucency.
Attribution & Period
Attributed to Tiffin (United States Glass Co.). The "Vertical Optic" pattern and specific apple-green hue are characteristic of Tiffin’s production in the late 1920s. This attribution is supported by the high quality of the glass, the polished base, and the faceted geometry of the stem, which is consistent with Tiffin’s high-end stemware lines from the late Art Deco period.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
Clinical and excellent. No chips, cracks, or structural repairs are present. The glass retains exceptional clarity with no signs of "sickness" or calcification. Minimal shelf wear is observed on the base consistent with age. Note: These pieces exhibit a strong, brilliant neon-green fluorescence under 365nm UV light, confirming the presence of uranium in the glass melt—a hallmark of authentic period production.
Authenticity & Construction
These pieces were hand-blown into an optic mold to achieve the internal vertical ribbing, followed by the hand-application and finishing of the faceted stem and foot. This labor-intensive process ensures a refined finish and thin-walled delicacy that distinguishes "Elegant Glass" from contemporary mass-produced Depression-era glassware.
Placement
Ideally positioned on a modern bar cart or a formal tablescape where they can interact with light. Their architectural ribbing and reactive material make them especially effective when placed in a brightly lit cabinet or near a window to capture natural illumination.
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.
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