The Victorian period, which refers to the reign of Queen Victoria in Britain from 1837 to 1901, was a time of great prosperity and growth, and this was reflected in the decorative arts, including glassware. During this time, there was a strong emphasis on ornate and elaborate design, as well as on high-quality craftsmanship.
Victorian glassware was characterized by intricate patterns and motifs, often featuring flowers, birds, and other nature-inspired designs. Many pieces were made with colored glass, and some were enameled or gilded to add additional decorative elements. Victorian glassware was often highly polished and had a high level of detail, with many pieces featuring cut or etched designs.
One of the most prominent designers of Victorian glassware was Thomas Webb, who founded his own glassmaking firm in 1837. Webb was known for producing high-quality glassware with intricate patterns and colors, and his designs were highly sought after during the Victorian period. Other notable designers of Victorian glassware included Stevens and Williams, who were known for their beautifully crafted and ornate pieces, and Powell and Sons, who were known for their elaborate and colorful designs.
Overall, Victorian glassware was highly decorative and sought after for its beauty and craftsmanship, and it continues to be highly collectible and admired today.
Queens Antiques & Collectables
A 19th Century Brass & Red Leather Travelling Inkwell
£ 49
Exhibit Antiques & Collectibles
Pair Victorian Hollow Stem Champagne Glasses c.1900
£ 2,025,112,703
Pair Victorian Hollow Stem Champagne Glasses c.1900
£ 2,025,112,703
Exhibit Antiques & Collectibles
Booth Antiques
Fine Victorian Cranberry Glass Oil / Vinegar Bottle
£ 85
Booth Antiques
Gorgeous Pair of Cranberry Glass Wine Goblets
£ 145
Exhibit Antiques & Collectibles
Rare 19th Century Sunflower Oil Condiment Glass Bottle c.1860
£ 95
Rare 19th Century Sunflower Oil Condiment Glass Bottle c.1860
£ 95
Exhibit Antiques & Collectibles
Piers Rankin Silver Antiques
Decorative Victorian Sterling Silver Table Centrepiece
£ 1,500
£ 85
Great Victorian Burr Walnut & Brass Standish with Crystal Inkwells, c.1870
£ 85
Victoria Antiques
£ 125
The Fancy Fox
Stunning Rare Early Victorian Sterling Silver Cow & Blue & White Glass Butter Dish c.1840
£ 765
Stunning Rare Early Victorian Sterling Silver Cow & Blue & White Glass Butter Dish c.1840
£ 765
The Fancy Fox
Fox & Hare Antiques & Interiors
Pair of Late 19th Century Reverse Prints on Glass - Liverpool - MOP Lustre
£ 45
Pair of Late 19th Century Reverse Prints on Glass - Liverpool - MOP Lustre
£ 45
Fox & Hare Antiques & Interiors
Piers Rankin Silver Antiques
Large Victorian Sterling Silver Topped Perfume Bottle
£ 185
Piers Rankin Silver Antiques
Victorian Silver Sugar Basket with Cast Floral Handle
£ 390
Andrew Cox Antiques
A Lovely Victorian Silver Double Ended Scent Bottle
£ 275
Vintage Jack Rabbit Ltd
Victorian Bohemian Ruby-gilt Octagonal Scent Bottle with Original Hobnail Stopper
£ 195
Victorian Bohemian Ruby-gilt Octagonal Scent Bottle with Original Hobnail Stopper
£ 195
Vintage Jack Rabbit Ltd
£ 150
Andrew Cox Antiques
A Lovely Enamel Painted & Gilded Victorian Glass Jug
£ 110
Larkin & Gallow
Rare Barrett & Son Gentleman's Silver Mounted Requisites Jar
£ 85
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Pretty Quality Large Antique Victorian Turquoise Glass Lustre
£ 295
Pretty Quality Large Antique Victorian Turquoise Glass Lustre
£ 295
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Jeff Sims Antiques
Art Nouveau Victorian Vaseline Glass Posy Vase
£ 75
Antiques in Oxford
Victorian Silver and Enamel Scent Bottle
£ 925
Jeff Sims Antiques
A Charming Queen's Burmese Glass Posy Vase
£ 125
Queens Antiques & Collectables
Victorian Silver Decanter Label BRANDY by Nathaniel Mills Birmingham 1852
£ 145
Victorian Silver Decanter Label BRANDY by Nathaniel Mills Birmingham 1852
£ 145
Queens Antiques & Collectables
£ 135
Antique Perfume Scent Bottle Ruby Red Glass with Silver Mount Birmingham 1891
£ 135
WhatSheWants
Jeff Sims Antiques
Fine Victorian Cut Glass & Frosted Wine Goblet
£ 125
Jeff Sims Antiques
Unusual Pair of Victorian Novelty 'Piggin' Condiment Tubs
£ 115
Jeff Sims Antiques
Handsome Pair of Victorian Frosted Glass Comports
£ 195
Exhibit Antiques & Collectibles
Rare Pair 19th Century Footed & Gilded Glass Berry Dishes Stevens & Williams or Webb c.1880
£ 290
Rare Pair 19th Century Footed & Gilded Glass Berry Dishes Stevens & Williams or Webb c.1880
£ 290
Exhibit Antiques & Collectibles
Exhibit Antiques & Collectibles
Art Nouveau Glass Epergne in Eagle Pewter Stand c.1890
£ 145
Jeff Sims Antiques
Charming Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Heart Shaped Butter Dish & Knife
£ 155
Charming Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Heart Shaped Butter Dish & Knife
£ 155
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Gorgeous Pair of Pale Green Early Victorian Wine Flutes
£ 155
Millers Antiques
Set of 4 Engraved Glass Rinsers
£ 165
Jeff Sims Antiques
Superb Victorian Cut Glass Cranberry Border Comport
£ 135
Jeff Sims Antiques
Handsome Early Victorian Pan Rummer
£ 135
William Rand Antiques
Victorian Silver Mounted Glug Glug Decanter
£ 180
Jeff Sims Antiques
Gorgeous Set of Six Victorian Cut & Frosted Ice Plates
£ 145
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Wonderful Quality Antique Victorian Silver Sterling Seven Bottle Cruet Set by Elkington & Co
£ 1,250
Wonderful Quality Antique Victorian Silver Sterling Seven Bottle Cruet Set by Elkington & Co
£ 1,250
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
£ 145
Antique Moser Cranberry Glass Enamel & Gilt Chatelaine Perfume Scent Bottle Circa 1880
£ 145
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Jeff Sims Antiques
Gorgeous Victorian Cut & Frosted Tazza
£ 125
£ 135
Antique Moser Chatelaine Perfume Scent Bottle Enamel & Gilt Cranberry Glass Circa 1880
£ 135
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