Save candlewick glassware book to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Pieces are neither noticeably heavy nor light for size. While classified as depression glass, candlewick was an attempt by imperial to move into a growing postdepression upscale market. See more ideas about vintage glassware, glass and imperial glass.
During the 1960s imperial revived some of their older molds and reproduced many of the old iridized patterns as well as a few new ones. There is a flood of new imported beaded glass and older designs on ebay the internet and. Apr 26, 2010 imperials candlewick is elegant glass made with quite a bit of hand work. Imperial candlewick is very well documented, none of the glass on this. How to identify candlewick glass crystal glassware, candlewicking. While not yet completely eligible for an antique designation, candlewick glass is one of several kinds of household glassware manufactured by the nowdefunct imperial glass company of bellaire, ohio. How to identify candlewick glass imperial glass, crystal glassware, glass. This is a really great crystal clear candlewick, number 400262, oval, 3 partitioned relish with tab handles, made by imperial glass. According to the garrisons candlewick colored and decorated lines book, imperial made the glass parts and sold them to the lightolier co. A separate companion volume by the authors presents the colored and decorated lines of candlewick. Get the best deals on vintage original imperial candlewick elegant glassware when you shop the largest online selection at. I have not personally seen all these variations but found them researching my trusty candlewick book, candlewick. Candlewick glass michiana association of candlewick collectors.
He took the piece to the factory and had his employees develop a mould. Download this now, read it immediately, share it with everyone you know. I made this website for new imperial candlewick collectors, and for anyone who. The second photo is of an anchor hocking boopie glass. Nov 06, 2011 the imperial glass company jumped onboard and released its candlewick line in the summer of 1936. In 1929 imperial began what they called the machine glass era and produced its fair share of what we know today as depression glass. Six clear glass imperial boopie candlewick sherbet, champagne, cordial or dessert glasses mid century 3 12 high 3 12 across top framedvintageart 5 out of 5. This book is an essential reference for candlewick collectors and all who enjoy beautiful glass. Vintage antique mcm imperial glass candlewick barware handled ice bucket 1950s. The divided piece of glass in the middle has a swirl shape.
Imperial glass candlewick clear 3bead mayonnaise ladle spoon 5. Make offer set of 4 imperial glass candlewick champagne tall sherbet goblets 400190 stem 3 elegant glass candlewick 10. Candlewick, one of the most popular lines of glass produced by the imperial glass corporation of. Candlewick glass michiana association of candlewick. Before you ask, the line numbers appear to be the only way to denote these, although mentally i called the 40030 and 400122 the usual and the 40031 line the. Imperial glass candlewick clear 2part divided relish handled dish 400 54. New listing imperial depression glass candlewick sectioned and handled 7 14 serving bowl. Candlewick by imperial glass co, 3 piece mustard set. In fact, if you like this pattern and intend to collect it or have a large set to sell i recommend you invest in one of the specialty books on the pattern. Collectible and antique glassware, depression, patterns. They could have done trials, made a special color piece as a gift to a special person, had a special order for a specific color or any number of other things.
Imperials vintage milk glass 1992 imperials boudoir, etcetera 1996 imperial candlewick little known facts 1999 milk glass imperial glass corporation 2001 additional books on imperial glass. Here is a truly innovative coloring book designed to bring pictures to life with the help of a free blink book app. Boopie, on the other hand, was made by anchor hocking in the 1950s. Imperial candlewick divided dish imperial glass 6 inch diameter this is a clear candlewick dish with two small handles and is 6 across. Sep 18, 2012 the imperial glass company was founded in 1901 by edward muhleman, with production beginning in 1904. Imperial glass information from the glass encyclopedia. Imperial glassohio candlewick clear stem 3400 at replacements, ltd. The imperial glass company produced candlewick from the 1920s until the mid 1950s. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
The candlewick pattern began manufacture in 1936, when company president edward newton encountered a new. The book has drawings and excellent descriptions of the crystal. How to identify candlewick glass crystal glassware. According to collectors, the photographs are an outstanding feature of the book.
The factory located at 29th street in bellaire, ohio was labeled as one of the largest glass factories under one roof. Each year the nigcs holds it annual convention in st. Collecting candlewick candlewick glassware, candlewick glass. Vintage original imperial candlewick elegant glassware for sale. The handmade glasswares were sold worldwide and were usually made of pressed glass patterns. Vance founded the new crystal glass company in bellaire, ohio, with the help of edward. This dish is in excellent condition a beautiful, clear and sparkling dish. Candlewick by imperial glass antiques with gary stover youtube. Get the best deals on imperial candlewick elegant glassware when you shop the largest online. Imperial candlewicks is a little different with the rolled rim and the rounded balllike cup and its very pretty holding a candle.
Candlewick crystal is one of the most popular lines produced by imperial glass. Click on the underlined text or the book cover below to see more about these books. The candlewick pattern was imperial glass most popular selling category from the mid1930s through the 1950s, and today it is the most. May 09, 2003 this book is an essential reference for candlewick collectors and all who enjoy beautiful glass. I obtained this information from bargain hunting and treasure seeking. In this beautifully photographed and newly revised book. The candlewick pattern began manufacture in 1936, when company. The companys most famous product is their candlewick series. It was introduced in 1936 and manufactured until the companys closing in 1984.
Imperial candlewick elegant glassware for sale ebay. The president of imperial glass co purchased a piece of french glass. Vintage original imperial candlewick elegant glassware for. The imperial glass company opened its doors in 1904 in bellaire, ohio, under the direction of edward muhleman, a gentleman who had much experience in the glass industry. Additional reference books about imperial glass national imperial. Oct 27, 2004 this book is an essential reference for candlewick collectors and all who enjoy beautiful glass. Jun 17, 2012 the imperial glass company produced candlewick from the 1920s until the mid 1950s. Books dolls games guitars movies music memorabilia paper. Anchor hocking started producing boopie, which was originally known as berwick, in the 1950s. Imperial candlewick glass divided sauce relish bowl under plate 2 ladle vintage ladles. In the back of the book it has the drawings of the pictures that were in the original booklet when the crystal first became available. The collectors guide to imperial candlewick by virginia r. Nigcs the national imperial glass collectors society was founded to interest people, to encourage learning, to enlighten and to understand one of our greatest heritages.
One of the biggest culprits is between these two patterns. Candlewick by imperial glass antiques with gary stover. This was a short lived color in candlewick, probably about two years, but viennese blue was continued in other imperial lines for quite some time. New listing elegant imperial glass candlewick set of 2 3 bead. There are patterns with beaded stems or rims from other elegant makers libbys knob hill but most of the confusion comes from lower grade mass produced patterns. The above was originally part of the new imperial candlewick line introduced at the 1936 wheeling centennial article that appeared in the october 1993 glasszette. Candlewick glassware proved itself to be one of imperial s best sellers, as customers lined up for these elegant pieces. Imperial candlewick sterling silver overlay handled cake plate 12 vintage glass. Reference books published about imperial glassware. The crystal line by myrna and bob garrison, or the more recent version, same title published in 2012. Candlewick was made by imperial glass company between 1936 and 1982. Imperial s vintage milk glass 1992 imperial s boudoir, etcetera 1996 imperial candlewick little known facts 1999 milk glass imperial glass corporation 2001 additional books on imperial glass. A classic candlewick piece is clear glass, flawless in detail, with a flat, unrimmed bottom.
Candlewick press, based in somerville, massachusetts, publishes outstanding childrenis books for readers of all ages. New listing elegant imperial glass candlewick set of 2 3 bead candleholders vintage pair. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Feb 08, 2010 the candlewick by imperial has a smooth rounded base with a convex flare between the cup and the bubbles at the bottom. Since we first opened our doors in 1991, weive received more than 300 accolades and honors, and have been named the fastest growing childrenis publisher in the u.
How to identify candlewick glass crystal glassware, glass. Candlewick creamers and sugars a guide through the confusion. Candlewick glassware had its humble beginnings in ohio in the mid30s. Imperial glass corporation, imperial cape cod glass, and candlewick. The national imperial glass collectors society, itself having grown from a handful of people in 1976 to a membership of over today, continues to find ways of preserving imperials legacy. A guess how much i love you storybook board book down by the river on a bright summers day, big and little nutbrown hare are lazily looking at all the colors around them. Imperial glass made candlewick for a long, long time and released umpteen zillion variations. The crystal line by myrna and bob garrison which i recommend if you choose to pursue this fascinating pattern. The candlewick pattern was imperial glass most popular selling category from the mid1930s through the 1950s, and today it is the most popular pattern among imperial glass collectors.
See more ideas about imperial glass, glass and vintage glassware. Burns1996, updated values 1999 imperial glass by wilma and richard ross out of print freehand american slag glass by ruth grizel 1998 heisey by imperial heisey collectors club. This next one i got very early in my glass buying days. Imperial glassohio, candlewick clear stem 3400 page 1. Imperials candlewick is elegant glass made with quite a bit of hand work.
The candlewick by imperial has a smooth rounded base with a convex flare between the cup and the bubbles at the bottom. Imperial candlewick little known facts 1999 milk glass imperial glass corporation 2001 additional books on imperial glass. Get the best deals on imperial candlewick elegant glassware when you shop the largest online selection at. Clairsville, bringing together those who desire to share their love of imperial glass. Actually the possibility exists that you could find a piece in almost any color that imperial made while they produced candlewick. Colored and decorated lines for schiffer publishing. Apr 04, 2016 if you decide to collect candlewick and want to pursue some of these fascinating, hardtofind fun pieces, i recommend you get the candlewick book, either the one noted earlier, candlewick. Lace edge by laura marsh 2004 imperial carnival glass by carl o. The company has made a five piece table setting which includes a 10 dinner plate, 8 salad plate, 6.
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