Frosted White Glass Ewer with two Matching Cordial Goblets
Viridian Eclection
The Piece
An elegant vintage frosted white glass ewer with two matching cordial goblets, each finished with a soft satin surface, delicate blue rim trim, and muted floral rose decoration in taupe, gray, pale blue, and green.
The ewer features a long arched handle, graceful pulled spout, rounded lower body, twisted stem, and circular foot. The two coordinating goblets echo the same frosted finish, floral motif, blue rim detail, and molded twisted stems, creating a romantic three-piece service with a distinctly Art Nouveau revival presence.
Soft, sculptural, and quietly decorative, this set is best described as a vintage frosted white opal/satin glass ewer and cordial goblet set, maker unidentified, likely late 20th century.
History
This set draws from the long decorative tradition of opal, satin, and frosted glass, materials prized for their soft translucency and atmospheric surface. Opal glass has been used historically for its milky white glow, while satin glass became associated with a matte, softly diffused finish.
The form recalls earlier Victorian and Art Nouveau glassware, especially the slender ewer, high loop handle, floral ornament, and shaped stems. However, the printed floral transfer decoration, molded construction, and lack of visible maker’s mark point more safely to a late 20th-century revival piece rather than a documented 19th-century antique.
Its closest comparables are found among frosted floral decorative glass lines such as Nouveau Art Glass / Rueven and Italian frosted floral pitcher sets, though no maker attribution should be made without a confirmed mark or catalog match.
Why It Belongs In Your Home
This set has the soft, luminous quality that makes frosted glass so appealing: romantic without being sugary, delicate without disappearing into the room like some tragic beige corporate accessory.
Style it on a bar cart, vanity, dining hutch, bookshelf, or bedside table. The frosted white glass brings quiet texture, while the pale blue trim and floral rose decoration add just enough color to feel collected and intentional.
It works beautifully in cottage, French-inspired, romantic traditional, Art Nouveau revival, shabby elegant, and layered vintage interiors. Whether displayed as a small cordial service or used purely as decorative glass, it brings a graceful old-world mood without needing an inflated antique claim to justify itself.
Product Details
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Attribute |
Detail |
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Dimensions |
12x5x2 |
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Material |
Frosted white opal/satin glass |
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Decoration |
Floral rose transfer/decal decoration with blue painted or enameled rim trim |
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Condition |
Vintage condition with light surface scratches, faint clouding/haze, minor decoration wear, and small rubs/losses to blue trim. No obvious cracks or repairs visible in photos. |
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Maker / Origin |
Maker unidentified; no visible mark shown |
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Period |
Likely late 20th century, c. 1970s–1990s |
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Style |
Art Nouveau revival, Victorian revival, frosted floral glass |
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Set Includes |
One ewer and two matching stemmed cordial goblets |
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Use |
Decorative display or occasional light use; hand wash only |
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Weight |
3 lbs |
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
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