The very name of this Kosta Boda classic evokes winegrowing estates and tranquil countryside. Wines and spirits just look, smell and taste better in the proper crystal: the elegance of the form, the feel of the piece in your hand, the bell-like ring of fine crystal, the bouquet concentrated by the bowl. Beginning a collection, adding to, or giving Château shows a discriminating taste for fine things. Features: -Kosta Boda classic to collect and give!. -Bertil Vallien. -Size: 8.5″ h. -Made in Sweden. DESIGNER BERTIL VALLIEN Celebrated internationally for his artistry and technical innovation, Bertil Vallien ranks among the superstars of Scandinavian design. Bertil, who has spent his entire professional career with our company, received his formal art education at the Konstfack in his hometown, Stockholm, and studied on scholarship in the U.S. and Mexico. Bertil works in a number of technique and often adds gold leaf and other non-glass materials to the finished piece and experiments with net and line effects (see Peacock). Bertil’s works draw you into new dimensions of reality, playing with concepts of space and time, as he delights with his signature flying men, mysterious heads, imps and other fanciful creatures. Lecturing and exhibiting throughout the world, Bertil is an ambassador for Kosta Boda and Swedish glass artistry. During the 1980s, he was a guest lecturer at the Pilchuck Glass School Center in Washington state. Back to top Please Note: As this item is made individually by hand when you place your order, variations in color, shape, size, and pattern may occur. Aesthetic variations are at the discretion of the artist. Also, due to the nature of the raw materials used, this product may look dramatically different depending on the color, quality, and amount of light present in its environment and on the coloration of surrounding objects.
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Designed and made in Italy, the City Crystal collection epitomizes luxurious living. Features: -Wine glass. -Complements the City Crystal collection. -Stylish design. -Color: Clear. Specifications: -Capacity: 6.25 oz.. -Material: Crystal. -Hand wash recommended.
Ravenscroft’s Decanters Collection are hand crafted by the most highly committed European craftsmen in shapes and sizes to meet all needs of the world of fine wine. The Decanters Collection are produced from ancient mineral deposits free of impurities. Using such pure raw materials eliminates the need to add lead content in order to produce brilliant crystal. This is particularly important following the recent discovery that long-term storage in leaded decanters can result in lead leaching into the contents. Features: -Sommelier service decanter. -Decanter collection. -Stylish design. -Craftsmanship. Specifications: -Dimensions: 10″ H x 4″ W. -Capacity: 34 oz.. -Material: Crystal. -Hand wash recommended.
This glass needs little introduction. If you think you recognize it, it’s because you do. Kartio is the archetypal image of a glass. Durable enough for everyday use, the Kartio range features glasses, carafes and bowls all in several pure glass shades. The simple shapes fit beautifully with iittala’s Teema dinnerware, but as classic water classes they complement any table setting with timeless elegance. Designed by: Kaj Franck, 1958 Features: -Includes one carafe -Non-leaded crystal -Hand-pulled lip -Dishwasher safe -Please Note: Due to the nature of hand-blown glass, actual color may vary slightly from the colors pictured Overall dimensions: -Height: 8.5″ -1 quart capacity Guarantee: iittala products are built for life. iittala Guarantee
Known for his particular interest in neo-modern and contemporary design, Alessandro Mendini has amassed much recognition as a designer, architect and image consultant for many corporations creating many objects, furniture and interior installations. Mendini describes his mission as one to communicate through my objects and work in general, trying to say things that encourage people to deepen meditation and spirituality.” Well known for his Anna G. line of corkscrews and condiments grinders, here is a new addition to complete your home barware set. The Anna G. Sparkling Champagne Cap is designed to set down inside the mouth of your opened champagne bottle. The metal shaft that is immersed in the remaining volume of champagne causes a reaction that keeps your unused champagne fresh and bubbly, instead of turning flat in the fridge. Deasigned by: Alessandro Mendini Features: -Anna G. suspended champagne cap design -Fits within bottle mouth -Fits a wide variety of bottle sizes -Not universal size -Keeps unfinished champagne fresh -Compliments other Anna G. pieces
Riedel provides the world’s only Vitrum-Vinothek, by creating glasses that deliver the typical components of a grape variety, highlighting the balanced flavors, maximizing the fruit and integrating acidity or tannins into the overall pleasure of wine. This set of four of Riedel’s most-demanded glasses offers an opportunity to compare how significantly each glass enhances the wine for which it was made. Vinum Tasting Set Includes: -1 Vinum Bordeaux Red Wine Glass. -1 Vinum Burgundy Red Wine Glass. -1 Vinum Chardonnay White Wine Glass. -1 Vinum Sauvignon Blanc White Wine Glass. Features: -24% Lead crystal. -Machine-made. -Made in Austria. Specifications: -Bordeaux Glass – 8.9″ H, 21.5 oz.. -Burgundy Glass – 8.25″ H, 24.75 oz.. -Chardonnay Glass – 7.75″ H, 12.4 oz.. -Sauvignon Blanc Glass – 8.5″ H, 12.4 oz.. -Cleaning & Care: Handwashing Recommended.