Antique Salviati Venetian Goblets Hand Painted Gold Gilt Figural Stemware Set Blue Glass Estate Find

A rare matched set of antique hand-painted Salviati Venetian goblets featuring Rococo figural scenes, gold gilt scrollwork, and aventurine stems.

This rare set of antique hand-painted Venetian glass goblets is attributed to Salviati & C., Murano, Italy, celebrated for their masterful 19th-century enamel and gilt glasswork. Crafted in the Venetian Revival style, these stemmed goblets exemplify the refined artistry and historical elegance for which Salviati is internationally recognized.

Each goblet features a delicate blue-tinted bowl, hand-enameled with Rococo figural scenes—including a gentleman and a lady—framed within ornate 24k-style gold scrollwork and floral garlands. The decoration is executed with fine brush control and layered gilding, characteristic of high-quality Murano production. Both the rim and foot are finished with gold gilt edging, enhancing the luminous clarity of the glass.

The elegant elongated stems combine clear Venetian crystal with gold aventurine inclusions, sparkling subtly with embedded gold flecks. This use of aventurine glass is a hallmark of authentic Murano craftsmanship and a key indicator supporting Salviati attribution. The soft blue transition between bowl and stem further reinforces the Venetian color palette typical of the late 19th to early 20th century.

Standing approximately 7.5 inches tall, these goblets reflect the sophistication and technical excellence that defined Salviati’s Venetian Revival era, making them highly desirable for collectors of Italian art glass, antique stemware, or Rococo-inspired décor. The set pairs beautifully with the matching Salviati decanter from the same estate, creating a cohesive and historically significant presentation.

Market & Collector Context

Comparable Salviati-attributed figural goblets have sold individually in the $200–$400 per goblet range within fine art glass and specialty auction markets, underscoring the collectible value of a matched set such as this.

Key Features

Attributed to Salviati & C., Murano, Italy

Venetian Revival period (c. 1890–1910)

Hand-painted enamel Rococo figural scenes

24k-style gold gilt scrollwork and floral decoration

Gold aventurine stems with blue crystal transitions

Gold-rimmed bowls and gilt-trimmed bases

Height: approximately 7.5 inches each

Matching set from a single estate

Condition

Excellent antique condition overall. Minor, age-appropriate wear to gilding consistent with authentic Venetian glass of this period. No cracks or structural damage observed. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Attribution Note

Based on the quality of enamel painting, use of aventurine glass, Venetian color palette, and consistency with known Salviati Venetian Revival stemware, this set aligns closely with documented Salviati production and is distinguishable from Bohemian or French contemporaries of the era.