What are the different patterns of carnival glass?

Separately, we list patterns that feature animals, berries, birds, buildings, butterflies/insects, fish, flowers, foliage, fruit, grapes, lettered pieces and people. There is also an index of Contemporary Carnival, of decorated pieces, and of vases.

How can you tell carnival glass patterns?

What are the different types of carnival glass?

Other popular base colors include amethyst, bright blue, green, and amber. Scarce quantities remain of red, aqua, peach, and milk glass, making them more valuable. The base of a carnival glass bowl with a dark-blue, nearly violet hue.

What is the rarest carnival glass color?

While there are many beautiful colors of carnival glass, some are rarer than others. One of the rarest and most valuable colors is purple. Other rare colors include red, orange and yellow. These colors are less common because they were difficult to produce during the time period when carnival glass was made.

What is the most sought after carnival glass?

Collecting 101: Carnival Glass! The History, Popularity, Patterns, Colors and Value! Episode 6

What color glass is worth money?

Look for pink, blue and green glassware

Pink, green and blue are the most valuable colors of depression glass. Pink tends to be the most valuable because it is more rare. Yellow and amber colored depression glass is more common and therefore less valuable.

How can you tell Fenton carnival glass?

To identify whether a piece of glass is Fenton glass, look for a sticker near the bottom of the item. The stickers are usually oval and may have scalloped or smooth edges. You may also see an oval with the word Fenton stamped into the glass if the piece was made after 1970.

Is there a difference between carnival glass and depression glass?

Both carnival and depression glass are colored. However, carnival glass features an iridescent, multicolored look, whereas depression glass has more of a simple, single-colored, transparent look. Carnival glass was made to inexpensively mimic glass made by the Tiffany Company.

How can you tell Northwood carnival glass?

Carnival glass is identified by the color of the glass, not the color of the treatment. Base colors for Northwood were green, amethyst, and cobalt blue. Ice green, white, and ice blue were the names of the pastel colors. Northwood also made custard, stretch and opalescent glass.

Is blue carnival glass rare?

Millersburge People's Vase in Blue

This is the rarest carnival glass ever made and sold. The intricacy is one for the books, almost unmatched by another. The people's vase was created by John Fenton, the owner of Millersburg Glass.

Does real carnival glass have seams?

Taking its roots in America, carnival glass is simply press-molded glass with an iridescent finish. First manufactured in early 1905, the intricate pattern work and stunning colors captured the Art Nouveau aesthetic perfectly. Most patterns were inspired by nature or geometry, detailed to hide the seams from the mold.

Is Fenton carnival glass valuable?

Fenton Autumn Acorns Bowl

Marigold is one of the most common carnival glass colors. Fenton's carnival glass was first marketed as the "golden sunset iridescent assortment" in catalogs. In 1907 when these pieces first sold, they cost 85 cents. A Fenton autumn acorns bowl averages for about $65.

What does Depression glass look like?

Depression glass, which was made during the great depression, usually came in bright colors, like yellow, amber, blue, green, or pink. It was always patterned and often had geometric shapes and designs cut into it. Due to low production costs, the glass should look and feel thin.

What era is carnival glass from?

Carnival glass originated as a glass called 'Iridill', produced beginning in 1908 by the Fenton Art Glass Company (founded in 1905). Iridill was inspired by the fine blown art glass of such makers as Tiffany and Steuben, but did not sell at the anticipated premium prices and was subsequently discounted.

What is Indiana carnival glass?

“Carnival glass” is pressed or blown glass, produced in a myriad of colors, patterns and shapes, having a characteristic iridescent, multicolored rainbow-like “oil slick on mud puddle” appearance to the surface, first produced circa 1908.

When did Northwood make carnival glass?

Harry Northwood made many types and designs in glass, but is probably best known for his brilliant carnival glass, produced from 1908 to 1925, like the "grape and cable" plate shown left, probably, to quote Dave Doty, the most successful of all carnival glass patterns.

Did Northwood make red carnival glass?

While Northwood introduced marigold iridescent carnival art glass, it was Fenton, at his Fenton glass company who had the original formula for carnival glass. He was the one who introduced red iridescent glass. This was a major accomplishment.

Does Indiana Glass have a mark?

Unfortunately, most glass made by Indiana Glass before WWII lacks a maker's mark and has to be identified by research in books, online or in this marvelous museum. Usefully, a CD is available online called “Carnival Glass Heaven.”

Can you wash carnival glass?

Gently Wash the Carnival Glass

Gently place one piece of carnival glass in the soapy water. Use a soft dish cloth to wipe all the surfaces. If there is dirt in the crevices or decorations, very lightly brush this out with a brand new extra-soft toothbrush.

How do I sell carnival glass?

Sell it off as individual pieces (eBay and/or lists, and/or club newsletters, and/or club conventions, or open a booth in an antique mall) Sell it through a 'local (general antiques) auction company. Sell part of it through a recognized 'carnival glass Auction company' now, and the rest later.

How can you tell if glass is vintage?

What is the rarest depression glass pattern?

The most sought after pattern of Depression glass is arguably Royal Lace, which was made by the Hazel-Atlas Glass Company. This pattern was manufactured in green, pink, crystal, and most notably, cobalt blue.

What is the most sought after vintage glassware?