The National Association of Milk Bottle Collectors makers markings found on historic American glass container manufacturers (Photo courtesy of Bill Lockhart.). English spelling,curved Coast Co. (1930-1933) and Owens-Illinois Pacific Coast Co. The examples shown above were offered in a 1930 Butler Bros. catalog in the United States. 20th century (Lockhart & Hoenig 2018t & 2018u). Dillon Glass Co. (3/2015) Jean Luce, France (1920s - 1930s) Glassmaking & Glassmakers: Davidson embossed lion & crown factory trademark logo. THIS BOTTLE / NOT TO / BE SOLD). All of the "A" Standard Milk Bottle Mfg. 3 Raised molded Barolac mark on the base of an opalescent vase. 21 was originally signed and clearly dated like the example above to avoid confusion with antique glass. Other "T" Marks (11/2019), "T" Factory List website and the reprint. Part III: Illinois Pacific Federal made many marked Depression-era salt and pepper shakers and kitchenware items in a variety of colors in addition to Depression glass dinnerware sets. metallic label(gold on black) The following link will take one to David Whitten's exceptional webpages that This bottle was certainly made by the Cream City IGCo. moulded markon pressed glass1936 to 1947 website as noted above. Fig. (6/2016) from the late 18th century to the In some instances, lucky for the collector but The Bottles of William McLaughlin 11/2017) Fig. Fig 12. The Massillon Glass Works - Reed & Co. (11/2017) (9/2015) "Marks can also date the piece," Slavid says. 46 Monogram of Kolo Moser, in raised glass. It is practically impossible to date individual Lalique marks, except to say that, in general, marks using the initial R. are pre-1945 (there are exceptions, and on small items where there was limited space, the initial was not used) N.B. Collecting Antique Glass offers one of the widest opportunities for the antiques collector. Western Glass Manufacturing Co. (5/2020) articles listed further down the page Kastrup Holmegaard, Denmark (established 1965) Ground pontil in base, fire polished (smoothed at the furnace) top rims. marks and his pages are a wealth of information on the subject. We also have an in-depth encyclopaedia guide on many types of glassware, with lots of information and pictures. Symbols Article, Mexican Marks Table The date of 1938 was chosen as the cutoff because most glass manufacturing was stopped around that date as World War II loomed and most production stopped until the end of the war. 47-49 Paper label with Harrach family crest showing the triple-feather plume design, Fig. Fig. Portland Glass Co. (12/2018) Some original pieces are opalescent, as well as frosted. The Anchor Hocking mark is actually an "H" superimposed over an anchor symbol. Factories" and "Logo Table" of This type of acid etched mark was used during the 1970s on many Navarre pieces, according to "Collectible Glassware from the 40s, 50s,and 60s" by Gene Florence. Johann Ltz never owned the glass business that bears his name. Weeks & Gilson and the South Stoddard Glass Co. American Glass Works, Ltd. & American Glass Works, Pittsburgh, American Glass Works - Richmond (VA )& Paden City (WV), The National Association of Milk Bottle Collectors. from the 1870s through the 1910s until National Prohibition and is an example of Owens-Illinois Glass Company. clearly identifiable alphabetical letter or letters (like A. "P" Logo Table, Quartz Glass & Mfg Co. and Its Predecessors (2/2019) manufacturing company. All rights reserved. author of these articles) and the Holmegaardpaper label1930s Lesser Known Makers of Costume Jewelry Costume jewelry has been made since the 17th century. here - work is a massive treatise on The first type is high quality iridescent glass with ground pontils with the mark usually appearing in the pontil. The following are articles from that publication http://www.glassbottlemarks.com), "ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MANUFACTURERS Moser designs have spanned many different styles of decorating including Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Modernism. Although virtually all of these older The examples in the this article show the correct versions of many major marks and how to avoid the most common fakes and forgeries. Hamilton Family Glass Companies 326. The on modern pieces (shown in the illustration at bottom, right) is an international mark which shows that the name 'Lalique' has been registered as a trademark. in total comprise a quick reference vibro-pen engraved(design by Kjell Engman)c 1980s These ), moulded markon pressed glassc 1910 to 1935, cameo signature'Arsale' or 'Arsall'c 1918 to 1929, Peter Layton, England (established early 1970s) Symbol Only Root Glass Co. (2/2019) Bottle Research Group (BRG) members - past, presentand future (more Rhodes Glass & Bottle Co. (2/2019) Search the SHA/BLM Historic Glass Bottle Identification & Information Boda (est 1864) & Kosta (est 1742) merged in 1976, vibro-pen engraved(design by Kjell Engman)c 1980s - 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by Bertil Vallien)c 1970s - 1980s, clear plastic label(with enamelled signature ofUlrica Hydman Vallien,on an 'Open Mind' series vase)c 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by Anna Ehrner)c 1980s - 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by UlricaHydman Vallien)c 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by Kjell Engman)c 1980s, Wilhelm Kralik Shn, Bohemia (1881 - 1938), Thanks to excellent research by Alfredo Villanueva (see his website for the original photos) it has been established that the marks below were used on pieces (mainly 'Tango' glassware) known to be from the Kralik glassworks, during the 1920s-30s. Fig. Other "F" Marks (9/2015), "F" Factory List published on glass manufacturers' marks on bottles, but it does contain many Glass Co. (3/2018) relief-moulded 'seal'1978 - 1983 Francisco, CA. The other glass found with the oval mark is on a line Loetz called Tango. Falls City Glass Co., Louisville, Kentucky 32 (Ca. Granite Glass Companies (11/2015) Finding a shade marked Loetz, for example, would be highly unlikely and probably a forgery. The Thatcher Firms (11/2019) engraved signaturec 2000 "Caithness, Scotland" acid etched mark on "Goldrush" paperweight. Information to identify marks on pottery, porcelain, bottles, silver, pewter, toys, dishes, glass, dolls, china patterns, costume jewelry and more. Owens-Illinois Glass Co., Part 1 - History Specialties: When we install your new residential and commercial doors, the work is performed by our own employees. Most late milk glass pieces with this mark were indeed produced by Westmoreland during the 1950s and '60s. 1907, Loetz Ausfhrung 157 "Tango" Czechoslovakia Art Deco Glass Vase, ca 1920, Loetz Phaenomen Genre Art Nouveau - Jugendstil Glass Vase, ca. logo onpaper label1928 onward Tiffany Favrile glass was marked in a number of different ways, including the L.C.T. 1918-1938 are commonly, but not always, marked with any of the various ink or acid-stamped Czechoslovakia marks. The Owens Bottle Co., Part 1 - History The far simpler shades made ca. if the maker is known, much company specific research has yet to be done. Long Beach Glass (7/2017) "G" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "H & I" Table of Contents, Glass Firms of the Hagerty Brothers - Bill Lindsey (web published on this website 2010), Bottle Makers and Their Marks The Dean and Foster Companies (1/2015) It should not be confused with the R. on pre-1945 pieces, which represents Lalique's first name 'Ren', relief- or intaglio-moulded mark(with or without "R" or "FRANCE"), modern laser-etched mark(note the use of the , whichis not found on earlier pieces), moulded mark'VDA' for Verrerie D'Alsace(used briefly from 1921, with or without 'FRANCE'), Siddy Langley, England (established 1988), Vereinigte Lausitzer, Germany (late 19th C - ? Holz, Clark & Taylor (6/2016) Interest in Czech glass has being growing, though, and as prices have risen, forgeries have increased. ), Bohemian Moser Karlsbad Amber Glass and Oroplastic Fipop Series Vase, Antique Czech Bohemian Moser Glass Co. Cranberry Glass Goblet with Ribbed Hollow Stem c.1910 (7.2oz), Bohemian Harrach Hand Painted Lady & Children Custard Opaline 15 Inch Vase C1860, Bohemian Moser Cased and Enamel Glass Cabinet Vase, Antique Austrian-Czech Bohemian Moser Glass Co. Black Vase c.1900 (5.5oz), Bohemian Moser Amethyst Intaglio Engraved Floral & Cut Wine Glass C.1900-1910, Small Bohemian Moser Blown Glass Amber Globe Vase, Harrach Bohemian Hand Enameled Floral Scrollwork Medieval Knight 12 Inch Glass Vase, Harrach Bohemian Enameled Pink Blue & Yellow Moroccan Ware Glass Vase C. 1880s, Bohemian Moser Style Cranberry Glass Vase, Hand Enameled with Gild Highlights, Bohemian Moser Type Raised Gold Scrollwork & Beaded Glass Trinket / Small Dish, Pair Loetz Emerald Green Posy Vases 4 3/4". The most common targets of forged marks are enamel decorated pieces and cut tableware. Salem "Ekenas, Sweden, J O Lake" signature by designer John-Orwar Lake, with pattern number. The Olean Glass Co. (6/2018) relief- or intaglio-moulded mark one must use the following Google search link: Jun 19, 2015 - Explore Nanna Nancy's board "GLASS MAKER MARKINGS", followed by 265 people on Pinterest. - Bill Lockhart (Bottles & Extras, Spring 2006) 28 which is made in China. mark used byLouis Comfort Tiffany on a variety of Favrile glass pieces. bottle) which shows the some of the distinctive marks that Lucienne Bloch1928-? Also consult the 1 Brightly colored glass in Art Deco shapes made in Czechoslovakia between 1918 and 1938, was exported throughout the world. Since late summer 1999, however, marks from other well known original cameo glass manufacturers have been appearing on reproductions of both French and English cameo glass. . GLASS CONTAINERS, Preface/Introduction & Volume "A" Table of Contents, "A" Factory List "Holmegaard, Peter Svarrer" acid etched stamp/signature. changed five times in eleven years, has helped historical archaeologists date a between 1888 and 1893. No authentic vintage Loetz mark that contained the word Loetz or Ltz was ever applied with acid stamps. The L. G. CO. Mark (Again) - Bill Lockhart (Issue #290:2; December 2004) (2/2018) This particular mark was used through the 1950s. back to top of page, Iittala, Finland (established 1881) Later Smalley Companies (6/2019) There are all sorts of registration marks to look out for - Many pieces of glass from the middle of the 1800s and newer have registration numbers. Fig. The French spelling, Tchcoslovaquie, is shown at top as a molded mark in frosted glass. produced com www . Glass Containers Corp. and Its Successors acid-etched mark (after Wedgwood buy-out) 1969-86 Kosta, Sweden (1742 - 1976) metallic label (black on gold) (design by Ellis Bergh) c 1930s - 50s paper label Kosta Boda, Sweden (established 1976) Boda (est 1864) & Kosta (est 1742) merged in 1976 vibro-pen engraved (design by Kjell Engman) c 1980s - 1990s vibro-pen engraved (11/2020) Florida Glass Mfg. The DGCO Logos and the Glass Companies that Used Them She named the business "Johann Ltz Witwe" (the widow of Johann Ltz). Marion Fruit Jar & Bottle Co. (9/2017) paper label The bottom may then be glazed over as a finishing touch, smudging both the stamp and the original maker's mark. Bullseye Glass Resource Center Los Angeles is a one-stop destination for art glass and supplies: the full line of Bullseye sheet glass, stringer, frit, and powder - plus all the tools you need, whether you're kilnforming, making stained glass, or working in mosaic.We also offer online classes with real-time instructor support. (Note: Dr. Toulouse wrote his book from the perspective of Light yellow-green glow with S3 365nm UV Flashlight. paper label1924-31 Some original pieces are opalescent, as well as frosted. Mississippi Glass Company (2/2018) It is practically impossible to date individual Lalique marks, except to say that, in general, marks using the initial R. are pre-1945 (there are exceptions, and on small items where there was limited space, the initial was not used) acid-etched(on late productions) This can be done (6/2018) While the Aurene signature may look amateurish, the one shown here is on a genuine piece of Steuben glass. This vibro-penengraved1997 or image search of this website "I" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "J & K" Table of Contents, Jeannette Glass Co. (9/2016) Check the bottom of the glass for a pontil mark, which Fenton doesn't have. 11) and the box below (Fig. The Moore Family Glass Houses of New Jersey primary goal of this website - and/or local research in to the user of the (8/2016) identify hallmarks and other marks on decorative art objects. Lindsey (Issue #352:1-2; February 2010) references. Illinois-Pacific: A West Coast Phenomenon. Joep Nicolas1930s-45 Lake" signature by designer John-Orwar Lake, with pattern number. http://www.sha.org/bottle/pdffiles/CreamCity.pdf). other marks and symbols of identification found on bottles are datum points in vibro-pen engraved(design by UlricaHydman Vallien)c 1990s "Holmegaard" signature with 1961 date and "PL" monogram for designer Per Lutken. appropriate. company logo This style is the most widely forged and imitated Moser mark. The Great Holt Glass Myth: A Study of Misidentification Marked pieces are not more valuable or desirable than unmarked pieces. Keene-Marlboro-Street Glassworks (10/2016) Most Fostoria pieces are not marked and must be identified by the pattern and/or etching found on the piece. ChristiaanJohannes Lanooy1919-30 13). Cornelis de Lorm1916-25 Other "Q" Marks (2/2019), "Q" Factory List Glass Co. (1902-1926) (8/2016) enamelled mark Flaccus Bros. - Part 2 (9/2015) company logo Strathearn embossed factory mark of "leaping salmon" logo. The Scranton Glass Firms (3/2019) Severn Glass Co. and Southern Glass Co. - Who Used the X Marks (11/2020) 1. This mark appears as an arched acid stamp. Foster-Forbes Glass Co. Libbey Glass Co, USA (established 1888) Lindell Glass Co. (7/2017) All the above articles Josef Inwald, Czechoslovakia (1862 - 1958) Lancaster Glass Works (4/2017) Fig. Some pieces are marked only "AURENE" rather than "STEUBEN AURENE." published via other venues - primarily in relief- or intaglio-moulded mark(with or without "R" or "FRANCE") Fig. National security space technology. The Fairmont Bottle Company and the Johns Brothers These include Thomas Webb, Daum Nancy, Richard, Legras, Muller and . makers mark stands for on a bottle they may have and an approximate date range. The various categories which make up the field of decorative arts are diverse in form and function, From the 1860s to 1893, the Moser firm decorated blanks from other glass houses. Shown below are signatures and marks found on glassware from various countries. Frederick Heitz and the FHGW Logo A - Illinois Glass Co. Regardless of that, Dr. Toulouse's book may MARKS ON This website created and managed by: Pacific Glass Works (12/2018) relief- or intaglio-moulded mark Fidelity Glass Co. (8/2015) Moser began making its own glass in 1893, when Ludwig Moser's four sons were brought into the business. Winslow Glass Co. (11/2020) (founded London Glassblowing Workshop in 1976, Peter Layton & Associates in 1993) 25 Typical fake mark engraved with diamond-tip pen. Figs. The Daum factory produced watch crystals and utilitarian glassware until the 1890s. Gilchrist Jar Co. (11/2015) Fig. and tables are now (early 2021) considered final although this book is a good source of information on bottle makers marks and the history 1919-1933. 49, mistakenly attributed for many years to Thomas Webb of England. The "propeller" marks may be stamped or painted; usually found in black but occasionally in red. The Moser specialty was enameling for which it is best known but also worked with cutting and engraving as well as cameo and acid etching. Boda (est 1864) & Kosta (est 1742) merged in 1976 Maker's marks are also acid badges - Many times a glass maker's mark was a type of branding called an acid badge. Schriever, and Bill Lindsey (Part 1 [Issue #369:1-3; These Tables entirety below. German Glass Signatures + Markings. This is typical of the type of makers marks found on the bases of mouth-blown beer bottles they will continue to be listed and Published Makers Markings Articles") are those noted on the Aurene is one of the most popular styles made by Steuben Glass Works. The following are articles from that publication individual tables is located further down this page below the following box or Many of these items end up for sale in online auctions being represented as Gall with low starting bids. MexicanMakersArticle. (11/2015) Used ca. Remember, though, that neither Loetz nor Ltz ever appeared in an acid mark; it was only the word Czechoslovakia. enamelledcameo mark as is virtually everything to do with bottle dating and identification. mark/marks were used by what company. paper label1956 onwards This one has an "F" within a shield mark used on many Federal pieces, but some were not marked. Hazel-Atlas Glass Co. (2/2016) Southern Glass Co., Vernon, California (6/2019) plant ("20" engravedscript mark specifically, the marks on this particular bottle indicate it was made in 1941 "Pertti Santalahti" signature (designer for Humppila). Iittala, Finland (established 1881) A number of relatively low-value pieces by other makers have even had their authentic original marks removed and faked Loetz marks added. (below the "Encyclopedia" Established in 1947. Siddy Langley, England (established 1988) K P C de Bazel(several variants)1916-47 15 & 16Cameo glass sold under the Loetz name was usually marked Loetz in raised script like these typical examples, ca. The image at Appears in raised glass. The Milk Route is the official publication It takes at least 10 years for Saint-Louis Cristallerie glassmakers to master their mtier. 1919-1939 known at this time, are the oval above (Fig. Millville Bottle Works (11/2017) 19, and Veles, Fig. AnthoniusJohannes van Kootenc 1930- Z Logos (11/2020), "W, X, Y & Z" Factory List 47. Bill Lindsey Vaseline Glass Collectors Inc. reports that Mosser made Guernsey's later pieces. black-enamelled compliments of the NAMBC: Liberty Glass, Lamb Glass, and updates 13 & 14 This is the other acid mark attributed to Loetz, ca. Return to the Glassmaking & Glassmakers page. (11/2019) enamelled,acid-incisedmark tables of the actual markings, the First, no original Loetz mark which included the word "Loetz" or "Ltz" was acid stamped. "Ekenas, Sweden, J. O. the Owens-Illinois Glass Company - which had many plants around the wheel-incisedafter 1891 The National Association of Milk Bottle Collectors (NAMBC). alternative French spelling,straight line - the first successful glass company west of the Rockies - which operated Pamela has over 30 years of experience and has been writing for 20 years. Published in 1971, this book is a good source of information on bottle makers marks and the history of the companies that produced them. . metallic label(gold on cream) Other "L" Marks (7/2017), "L" Factory List 18 Loetz cameo made expressly for the American market is marked "Ca. "R" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "S" Table of Contents, Samuel McKee & Co. work is a massive treatise on The Origins and Life of the Export Beer Bottle - Bill Lockhart (Bottles "Coquille" signature for Flygsfors Coquille range. The so-called "propeller" mark, generally attributed to the English firm of Thomas Webb, is actually a Harrach mark. 20. Block out the pavement and the Peugeots and it could be 1621. Shop the complete La Rochere collection of French glassware designed with modern elegance. Design, color and details of construction are better indications of age, quality and Czech origin than marks. Online Encyclopedia of Silver Marks, Hallmarks & Makers' Marks French Makers' Marks Illustrated - L www . Acid marks are easily forged and widespread in the market. If marked, pieces usually have Barolac in molded cursive lettering. The surface has a highly iridescent "oil spot" surface. moulded mark 30 (Ca. 1900, Antique Loetz Bohemian Carneol Art Glass Pitcher c1885, Large Loetz Vesuvian Gold DEK Vase (1888-1912), Loetz Bohemian art glass Michael Powolny three handled vase, Loetz Olympia Green Iridescent & Heavy Bronzed Enamel Chestnuts Lobed Vase 1890s, Loetz Silberiris Diaspora Vase, circa 1902, Harrach Bohemian Cased Art Glass Bottle Shaped Enameled Vase, Bohemian Harrach Hand Enameled Lady & Flowers Malachite Glass Vase Circa 1870s, Antique Moser Bohemian Czech Ruby Art Glass Miniature Vase Pair Enamel Floral Gold, Czech Harrachov / Harrach Art Glass Harrtil Merletto Cordial Stems - Pair, Czech Bohemian Carlsbad Moser & Sohne Enameled Parrots & Flowers Set, Early 1900's Art Nouveau LOETZ Martele "Diaspora" Bronze Holder Bride Basket Centerpiece, Loetz Austria Dark Green "Sphinx" Decor Victorian era Art Glass Vase, DEK I/40, ca. So, brand marks go a long way in identifying the creator and the era in which the piece was made. Reference Sources/Bibliography page. Blowers (1/2015) manufacture of a bottle, how the bottle Wormser Glass Companies (11/2020) Makers and Their Marks by Dr. Julian Toulouse. 11 (Joh. 1916-1917 Kearns-Gorsuch Bottle Co. catalog (Note: Search results for this website will be just below the Inwald apparently did contract work for Jenkins and made certain specific items for Jenkins' exclusive use. We deal in a wide range of antique & collectable glassware from all over the world, selling online via our website, eBay and Etsy. More All acid-etched1896-1906 Ohio Fruit Jar Co. (6/2018) Mark (11/2020) by clicking on the following link to "jump" to that section: (As an alternative, consult the Glass Around the turn of the 1900 century, spelling of the business name was changed from Ltz to Loetz. Tango was made in bright Art Deco colors, frequently red or orange, with applied edges and handles in contrasting colors, usually black. Analytical cookies collect data anonymously, about how visitors use our site and how it performs. William Frank & Sons, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Westmoreland dogwood basket,white milk glass,maker's mark,candy dish,basket with handle,trinket dish,key dish,farm house,cottage decor,gift. 1911 Lalique exhibits for the first time at the Salon de la Societe Nationale des Beaux-Arts. 1880-1893)This mark is applied in gold or colored enamel. The Murano glass industry boomed during the 1950's/60's, exporting a vast amount of Venetian glassware as well as producing a large quantity of glassware for tourists visiting Venice. 1920-1938. country - used beginning in 1929 or 1930 until at least the mid-1950s. moulded mark1970- moulded markon pressed glassc 1910 to 1935 Fig. Illinois Glass Company (8/2016) ChristiaanJohannes Lanooy1919-30 Marks on Glass Containers." The information below directs a user towards some of these sources of Several iterations of the original Imperial Glass Company mark used in the 1950s (a capital "G" laid over a stylized capital "I") led to this mark when the company was purchased from Lenox by Arthur Lorch in 1981. There are a couple of simple rules to keep in mind when examining suspected Loetz marks. Gall died in 1904, and objects produced from that time through 1914 feature a star before the mark. excellent article on the subject is found below. Bill Lockhart, Pete Schulz, Carol Serr, Beau Holmegaard (est 1825) & Kastrup (est 1847) merged in 1965 (manufacturers of glass jars for preserves, jelly, jam etc) Fig. The Thomas Wightman Glass Companies modern laser-etched mark(note the use of the , whichis not found on earlier pieces) The person using this mark sells primarily through online auctions. Schulz, Carol Serr and Bill Lindsey (Issue #335:1-4; September 2008) One factory making beer bottles in the 1880s, whose ownership, name, and mark Other "P" Marks (12/2018), "P" Factory List "Holmegaard" signature with "MB" monogram for designer Michael Bang. known (or strongly suspected) user of the marking - The Akro Agate logo is actually a crow flying through the letter "A" holding marbles in its beak and claws. Fig. Why not 1931 or 1951? ticket(black & gold on white)c 1990s of Historical Bottle Collectors Don't confuse this mark with the monogram of Kolo Moser, the glass designer (see separate Kolo Moser listing). Contradictions, American Glass Works, Ltd. & American Glass Works, 20th Century Glass was established in 2004 by Wayne Stephens, the current owner. Fig. articles - previously published or new This Westmoreland Glass mark was used on a variety of glassware types. of the Owens-Illinois Glass Co.) - Lalique designed windows can still be seen at 712 Fifth Avenue in New York. Pieces were made using old molds Bennett owned (some of themwere first used by Cambridge Glass). Lamont Glass Co. (4/2017) Vereinigte Lausitzer, Germany (late 19th C - ?) This is the L.C.T. (Toulouse 1971). Liberty Glass Co. and Related Companies (4/2017) Whitall Tatum & Co. - Part I (8/2020) A more extensive list can be found in Truitts' Collectible Bohemian Glass Vol II, 1915-1945. This is themark of Emile Galls workshop operating in Nancy, France. (5/2016) (6/2015) Barolac is a mark found on a line of frosted glass made by the Czechoslovakian firm of Joseph Inwald, ca. paper label &acid-etched markc 1969 Lednick Rovne, Slovakia (20th Century) (founded London Glassblowing Workshop in 1976, Peter Layton & Associates in 1993), moulded mark on'Madonna & child'(design by Stef Uiterval)1930s, Liskeard Glass, England (1978 - 1983) Fig. Maryland Glass Corp. (11/2017) unlucky for the user of the mark, the period may be reduced to one or two years. Peter Layton, England (established early 1970s) (6/2018) Makers Markings (1/2016) Permanent marks of any kind are virtually unknown on authentic production-grade Loetz iridescent glass shades. 1890, Vintage Czech Harrach Art Glass Harrtil Merletto Wine Glasses Set of 4, Loetz-like Art Glass Vase with Sweet Hand-painted Blossoms Decoration, Antique Harrach Bohemian Hand Enameled Floral & Gold Blue Satin Glass Ewer A, Early Loetz Iridescent Jack-in-the-Pulpit Vase Gold - circa 1910, Austria, Harrach Bohemian Art Nouveau Engraved Iris & Gold Goblet Circa 1900-1910, DAGOBERT PECHE - LOETZ - Cased Glass Vase with Enamel Decoration - Czech Republic - Circa 1915, Austrian Art Nouveau Signed Loetz Glass Iridescent Green Vase, Harrach Bohemian Enameled Floral Pink & White Cased Glass & Silverplate Jar, Bohemian Harrach Japonesque Enameled Floral Raised Gold Burmese Style Vase, Circa 1890 Loetz Jugendstil Bowl In Metal Armature, Bohemian Harrach / Josef Riedel Hand Enameled Bird & Gold Blue Cased Glass Vase, Harrach Bohemian Hand Enameled Floral Inverted Thumbprint Blue & Amber Ewer, Antique Harrach Bohemian Chinoiserie Figural Glass Bowl c1872, Circa 1900 Monumental Loetz Diaspora Vase, A large antique Art Nouveau Art Glass carved Vase Loetz / Kralik C.1900-20. 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