Antique Leaded Cut Glass Pitcher

If you were to ask a group of experts what qualifies as antique, you may get a variety of answers. The majority opinion says that an antique is an item that is at least 100 years old. Anything that is less than 100 years old may be defined as a collectible, vintage or retro piece. Lead glass contains lead crystal and is heavier than regular glass. This glass contains a small amount of lead oxide. Many antique glass pieces are leaded glass. An example of a common antique of this type would be an antique leaded cut glass pitcher.

A pitcher of this type may date back further than the 1800s all the way through the 1900s. Cut glass came into vogue with the invention of art glass which is glass featuring ornamental coloring, carving and etching. The cutting of lead glass gives the piece sophisticated flair. These pitchers were commonly used to hold beverages, especially water. You can expect a leaded glass pitcher to weigh around eight pounds on average, depending on its size. There are many makers of leaded glass pieces including Heisey and Waterford.

A leaded glass pitcher makes a wonderful gift for the antique enthusiast in your life. You might also want to consider giving one of these items as a wedding gift. It's a great way to introduce a young couple to the world of collecting antiques and give them a classic piece for their home. This type of ornamental pitcher looks beautiful when kept on display as part of a set. You can find various glasses that match or at least coordinate with the pitcher. Even if the pitcher is not kept out in the open it would look gorgeous in a lighted curio cabinet.

When shopping for an antique leaded cut glass pitcher, you may want to try Ebay. There are many different antique pitchers for sale on this auction site from different eras. They range from the simple to the ornate, and the affordable to the expensive. If you're unfamiliar with antiques you might want to start off with an antiques dealer in your area so you can look at the pieces in person before deciding if you want to buy them. Leaded glass is a popular type of antique and very classic when displayed in any room of the home.



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