Art Glass Auctions

Art Glass Auctions Featuring Tiffany, Steuben, Lalique & More

Crafted Auctions presents curated art glass auctions featuring some of the most influential makers and studios in the history of decorative glass, creating a trusted glass auction environment for informed collectors.

From iconic American firms to celebrated European workshops, our auctions bring together artistry, innovation, and craftsmanship in a professional auction environment designed for informed collectors.

Our art glass offerings span late 19th-century through modern production and include important names such as Tiffany Studios, Steuben Glass, Loetz, Lalique, Quezal, Durand, Fenton, and Blenko, among many others.

The Enduring Appeal of Art Glass

Art glass occupies a unique position between fine art and decorative design. Unlike mass-produced glassware, art glass emphasizes experimentation, hand craftsmanship, and visual expression. Makers explored color chemistry, surface treatments, and form in ways that pushed the boundaries of traditional glassmaking.

Collectors value art glass for:

Auction provides a transparent, market-driven way to evaluate these qualities, especially within a specialized antique art glass auction setting.

American Art Glass Traditions

American art glass rose to prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, driven by studios that blended artistic ambition with technical excellence.

Tiffany Studios

Tiffany Studios remains one of the most recognizable names in art glass. Known for iridescent Favrile glass, Tiffany works are prized for their rich coloration, organic forms, and connection to the Art Nouveau movement. Vases, bowls, lamps, and decorative objects from Tiffany continue to attract strong collector demand.

Quezal & Durand

Studios such as Quezal and Durand carried forward the American art glass tradition with their own interpretations of iridescence, bold color palettes, and sculptural forms. These makers appeal to collectors seeking both beauty and historical context.

Steuben Glass

Steuben Glass represents a different chapter in American glass history, known for precision, clarity, and refined design. From early Aurene glass to later modernist forms, Steuben pieces showcase technical mastery and timeless elegance.

European Art Glass & Continental Influence

European studios played a critical role in shaping art glass design, influencing both technique and aesthetics across the globe.

loetz

Bohemian maker Loetz is known for its vibrant iridescent surfaces, fluid forms, and inventive patterns. Its work reflects the height of Art Nouveau experimentation, where technical innovation met artistic expression.

Loetz glass is especially recognized for:

Collectors value Loetz for its visual impact and historical importance, with pieces continuing to perform strongly in specialized art glass auction settings.

Lalique

French firm Lalique bridged fine art, design, and luxury, creating glass that blends craftsmanship with refined aesthetics. Its work is admired for its distinctive surfaces and sculptural quality.

Lalique glass is especially recognized for:

Collectors value Lalique for its timeless appeal and design influence, with pieces that continue to perform strongly in specialized art glass auction settings.

Mid-Century & Modern Art Glass

Art glass continued to evolve throughout the 20th century, with makers embracing bold forms, new color combinations, and modern design sensibilities.

Fenton & Blenko

Companies such as Fenton and Blenko produced expressive glass that continues to perform well in vintage glass auctions, appealing to both collectors and decorators.

From experimental art lines to accessible studio production, these makers represent important chapters in American glass history.

Modern and mid-century art glass often combines sculptural form with functional design, making it appealing for both display and interior use.

Forms, Techniques & Styles

Art glass encompasses a wide range of forms and techniques, including:

Collectors often seek specific shapes, colors, or techniques associated with a maker or period. Auctions allow these preferences to meet real-time demand.

Estate & Private Collection Art Glass

Many of the most desirable art glass pieces come from estate and private collections, a hallmark of strong antique glass auctions where fresh-to-market material drives collector interest. These collections may include rare colors, early examples, or pieces that have not been publicly offered in years.

Crafted Auctions works closely with estates and collectors through our auction consignment services to present art glass accurately, with attention to attribution, condition, and visual presentation. Estate-fresh material often attracts strong interest from knowledgeable bidders.

Art Glass Auctions