Opportunity to purchase unique and exquisite vintage St. Louis "Thistle' Glassware - from the Famed Mrs Henry Ford II Sale
Claret Glasses (5 5/8" stems)
14 glasses total (each sold seperately)
Unbeatable luxury: The "Thistle Gold" glassware dates back to 1913 and is one of the most exclusive lines produced by the Cristallerie Saint-Louis. Its magnificent appearance has led to it being frequently chosen to decorate presidential dinner tables on official occasions. Every glass is mouthblown and hand-engraved. The elegant, fine gold pattern is painted with a small brush, then fired and polished with agate stone. The thistle with its sun-shaped petal head and prickly leaves provided the idea for the gold decoration and the artistic engraving on the "Thistle Gold" glassware.
Each glass is a masterpiece of expert craftsmanship and takes 25 days to make; ten glassblowers are needed to create the shape and 15 other glass specialists focus on the cutting, engraving and decoration.
Each ornate glass has a leafy scroll, Art Nouveau design with gold hand painted accents around the rims.
Exquisite detailing and cross hatched design on the stem and ray cut out base are the perfect finishing touches.
We guarantee our items will be packed with care and arrive as described - please contact us with any questions you may have, we are more than happy to help!