Champagne Coupe (The user provided an image of glassware rather than furniture)
Other: Glassware / Barware · Mid-Century Modern / Hollywood Regency (circa 1950s-1960s) · Likely Tiffin-Franciscan, Fostoria, or Moser in the gold-encrusted style
Type
Other: Glassware / Barware
Style Period
Mid-Century Modern / Hollywood Regency (circa 1950s-1960s)
Material
Clear lead crystal or blown glass with high-karat gold leaf or gold-toned enamel encrustation
Age Estimate
Circa 1950-1965
Dimensions
Approximately 4.5 to 5.5 inches in height with a 3.5-inch rim diameter
Origin
Likely American or European (Czechoslovakian or German) based on the decorative technique
Designer/Maker
Likely Tiffin-Franciscan, Fostoria, or Moser in the gold-encrusted style
Value Estimate
$15 - $40 per stem depending on the specific maker and the integrity of the gold leaf.
Description
This is a classic mid-20th-century champagne coupe, characterized by its wide, shallow bowl and elegant stem. The most striking feature is the thick, encrusted gold band around the rim, which often features a repetitive geometric or floral pattern. This style of barware was the height of sophistication in the mid-century era, designed for serving sparkling wine or cocktails 'up'.
Key Features
Wide coupe-style bowl, thin elegant stem, and heavy gold-encrusted rim decoration
Color & Finish
Optical clear glass with a wide, textured gold metallic band around the rim
Construction Method
Mold-blown bowl with a pulled or fused stem; machine-etched or hand-applied gold banding
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Fused glass-to-glass joinery at the bowl and foot; high-quality decorative gold encrustation
Wood Grain & Species
None (Glassware material)
Surface Treatment
Acid-etched or sandblasted detailing under the gold band to create a textured, light-catching effect
Upholstery Details
None (Not applicable to glassware)
Hardware & Fittings
None (Not applicable to glassware)
Origin & Provenance
Likely American or European (Czechoslovakian or German) based on the decorative technique
Condition Notes
Good; however, there is visible wear to the gold gilding on the interior rim. No visible chips or cracks. Surface condition: Fair to Good.
Interesting Facts
The coupe was the standard vessel for champagne until it was replaced by the flute in the 1980s; legend falsely claims the bowl shape was modeled after the breast of Marie Antoinette.
Cultural Significance
Represents the glamour of post-war entertaining and the 'Mad Men' era cocktail culture.
Similar Pieces
Champagne Flutes (taller, narrower) and Sherbet Dishes (shorter, often thicker glass)
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash only in lukewarm water with mild detergent; avoid abrasive sponges which will strip the gold; do not place in a dishwasher.
Value Estimate
$15 - $40 per stem depending on the specific maker and the integrity of the gold leaf.
Sustainability Notes
Highly durable and reusable vintage item; purchasing vintage glassware prevents new resource extraction.