Retro champagne flutes
made in Australia, c.1950s
I’m rather fond of these kitsch decorated champagne flutes – the gilt rim and base helping somewhat to offset the rather garish carnations. The glasses were won in a golf tournament by my partner’s brother- and they had pride of place in the family’s display cabinet for many, many years. I don’t think they were ever used to imbibe champagne…they were considered far too precious. They were for display [and admiration] purposes only.
The set now needs a new home – I’m imagining a nice mid-century modern drinks cabinet…where they can be taken out from time to time to drink champagne. Or beer. Beer would also be good.
For sale: $AUD55
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Those are beautiful! I have never seen anything like that here in the states.
why thank you! the glasses are beautiful, in their own special way.
Edwina – how appropriate that I see your new post today about these champagne glasses. You mention how the prior owners felt these items were too precious to use everyday. I’ve been thinking about similar things lately on my blog. Having acquired some new ceramic pieces, I feel a kindred spirit in how you mentioned these items were used previously. I do hope the new owner prefers to use them instead of only admiring and displaying them. (Even though they would make a stunning display!)
hi patricia- i agree, the glasses need to be admired AND used for champagne. some ‘good’ items are kept for ‘best’ (that’s australian vernacular) and ‘best’ never comes.
i do like your ceramic pieces! absolutely lovely. BUT your widget locket is gorgeous- congrats on having your pieces in the juried show!
You are so very kind! Thank you so much – I really love your blog and always look forward to seeing what new things you write about!
Those are amazing! I would definitely use them. Mimosas for breakfast? I think I might.
yes, please- mimosas would be quite fine! i’ll have the red carnation- would you like the blue?
I would surely take the blue, but to be honest, the yellow one screams my name the loudest 🙂
These are adorable!
thanks luckyporcupine…the carnations are pretty adorable in a kitschy sort of way.
Someone definitly should note those worthly of some form of alchohol. They need to be purchased and used! 🙂 Not like the bottle of Chanel no.5 that sits on the vanity for a decade or two.
absolutely! laurie, when you are in sydney, we shall certainly put your good ideas into action, and enjoy a refreshing brew in a beautiful vintage glass!
You know, we just might have to do that.