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Though the Gazzabin family was productive for centuries, the decline of the Venetian Republic in the 19th century interrupted the glass-blowing industry in the region. In 1945, Guglielmo Vistosi, an heir of Gazzabin, re-established the family glassworks under the Vistosi name. Guglielmo passed away in 1952, and was succeeded by his brother, Oreste, and two sons, Gino and Luciano.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Venice, Luciano Vistosi (1931-2010) grew up in Murano with the aspiration to create products using the latest techniques and aesthetics. He began designing his own glass collections—some of which are still in production today—under the pseudonym Michael Red. In 1968, he had his first exhibition at the Alfieri Gallery in Venice. At the end of the 1960s, he concentrated on blown-glass sculptures. Iconic works by Luciano include the lighting fixtures Neverrino (1960s), Bissa (1968), Bissona (1968), and Onfale (1978).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the 1960s onward, Vistosi collaborated with some of the most celebrated names in design, such as Gae Aulenti (1927-2012), Liisi Meronen Beckmann (1924-2004), Adalberto Dal Lago (b. 1937), Michele De Lucchi (b. 1951),Vico Magistretti (1920-2006), Alberto Meda (b. 1945), Eleonore Peduzzi Riva (b. 1937), Ettore Sottsass (1917-2007), and Marco Zanuso (1916-2001). Although most of the pieces from these collaborations are well documented, Vistosi’s many eccentric one-offs and small editions can be challenging to definitively attribute, date, and authenticate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pieces produced during the 1960s and ‘70s—most of which are white or translucent—anticipated both minimalism and the excess of the 1980s. Their emphasis on form is expressed through characteristically curvaceous shapes and elongated forms. Notable works from this time include Alessandro Pianon’s Pulcino glass birds collection (1961), Fulvio Bianconi’s Ih che bei or “Oh how pretty” series (c. 1963), and Eleanore Peduzzi Riva's large S621 Dish (1971), which can be found in MoMA's permanent collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1967, Vistosi debued the now-iconic, Murano glass-link Giogali Lighting designed by Italian architect, sculptor, and designer Angelo Mangiarotti (1921-2012). These revolutionary, highly successful chandeliers and lamps feature interconnected glass loops in an array of configurations. From the 1970s and ’80s, Vistosi also found success with Magistretti’s Alega Lamp (1970), De Lucchi’s Vega Table Lamp (1982), and several designs by Albert Leclerc and Ettore Sottsass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLuciano directed the company until 1984. There are conflicting stories as to who gained ownership of the company afterward. Some accounts state that Vistosi was acquired by lighting specialist Aurelian Toso; while other sources report that Maurizio Albarelli took helm in 1985. According to Vistosi’s own website, however, the company was acquired by the Italian businessman Giancarlo Moretti in 1989. In the early ‘90s the factory closed, but was reopened a few years later with the help of Giancarlo's son, Matteo Moretti, who relaunched the Vistosi brand after a deep reorganization of the production and commercial sectors. At the end of the 20th century, Vistosi acquired the brands Alox, Triade, and G2 in order to focus on a more international market. 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The Italian word for ‘beaten’ or ‘struck,’ battuto, refers to a cold-working technique in which glass is cut or ground to create small, irregular facets on its surface, mimicking the look of hammered silver or stone. (In a culinary context, a battuto is a finely chopped mixture of aromatic vegetables, typically onion, carrot, and celery.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional battuto is achieved using a grinding wheel or glass lathe, but hand grinders can also be used. As with many cold-working techniques, attaining a good battuto finish can be time-consuming!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner – \u003cb\u003eUNKNOWN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1970s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker – \u003cb\u003eUNKNOWN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1970s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin – \u003cb\u003eITALY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyles\/Movements – \u003cb\u003eBRUTALIST; ITALIAN; MID-CENTURY MODERN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials – \u003cb\u003eART GLASS, MURANO GLASS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors – \u003cb\u003eRASPBERRY, RUBY, TRANSPARENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition – \u003cb\u003eExcellent vintage condition. 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In continuous production since the mid ’30s, the narrow shape and dual spouts were meant to accommodate the compact doors of the “electric icebox.” However, its innate elegance makes it suitable for use today as a decorative vase or centerpiece. The striking blue alludes to BLENKO’s stained glass heritage. The production year is sandblasted on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLENKO GLASS COMPANY is a family-owned business in Milton, W. Va., specializing in hand-blown glass. It was established in 1921 as the Eureka Art Glass Company by Englishman William John Blenko (1854–1934), who was determined to introduce Old World sheet-glass production methods in the US. Blenko immigrated to America in 1893, ultimately settling in Milton after several attempts to launch factories at other locations. The Industrial Development Department of the Chesapeake \u0026amp; Ohio Railroad sold him on Milton's potential, highlighting its sober and diligent workforce as well as the dependable supply of natural gas for the kilns. He began construction of a furnace with the assistance of a few locals, and, within a month, handmade glass was being manufactured. (Along with natural gas, the presence of rich silica deposits and access to both river and rail transportation led to West Virginia’s becoming a center for glass manufacturing after the Civil War.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam J. was solely responsible for both production and sales of glass until the arrival in 1923 of his son and daughter-in-law—William H. Blenko (d. 1969) and his wife Marion (née Hunt)—who were integrated into the workforce. In 1925, the need for a larger workshop and improved shipping facilities prompted the relocation of the BLENKO glassworks across the river to its current site, near the main line of the C\u0026amp;O Railroad. The operation received a notable commission in 1927 when British architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott chose it to produce glass for the windows of Liverpool Cathedral. Another early achievement included furnishing glass for the windows of St. Patrick’s in New York City.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe onset of the Great Depression, which decimated the market for stained glass, made it obvious that the product line had to expand beyond sheet glass. Consequently, in 1929, the services of two Swedish-American glassblowers were enlisted: brothers Louis Miller and Axel Müller (the latter of whom chose not to Americanize his name). They trained the Milton crews in the art of handcrafting decorative objects—the vases, pitchers, and stemware that would ultimately establish BLENKO’s international reputation. An early client was the Boston importer Carbone and Sons, which previously had sourced its goods from Italy and Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing demand was met with increased production, and, in 1930, the company was rebranded as the BLENKO GLASS COMPANY, alongside the launch of the tableware line that would make “Blenko” a household name. In 1932, Macy’s began selling BLENKO in New York City. After the death of founder William J. in 1934, William H. assumed leadership and would oversee consistent growth at the company for three decades before retiring. His wife, Marion, held the positions of treasurer, secretary, and retail sales manager until her passing in 1989.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the mid-1930s, BLENKO has presented its product range in an annual catalog. The first color version was published in 1959, under the direction of designer Wayne Husted (b. 1927). As the company launched new shades and retired others, a dedicated page was created to list the available colors—often with evocative names. In the early 1960s, turquoise, amethyst, tangerine, sea green, jonquil, crystal, and rosé were featured; as the decade progressed, chestnut, honey, peacock, plum, lemon, and wheat were introduced. Collectors, dealers, and curators actively seek out past catalogs to help them identify and authenticate BLENKO items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many different production techniques have been employed at BLENKO, the company is particularly known for its use of molds. Hand-carved cherrywood molds, for example, are employed to shape its blown tableware. While considerably less expensive than metal ones, wooden molds wear out after fifty to a hundred uses. More durable cast-iron molds are used for objects made in quantity, such as BLENKO’s signature \u003ci\u003e384 Water Bottle\u003c\/i\u003e (in continuous production since 1938).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1947, a significant change occurred with the appointment of Winslow Anderson (1917–2007) as the full-time design director. His team’s work garnered critical acclaim, with several of Anderson's designs being awarded MoMA’s Good Design Awards in 1950, establishing the company as a frontrunner in modern American glass throughout the ’50s and ’60s. The company’s “Historic Period”—of particular interest to collectors—began with Anderson and ran through the tenure of John Nickerson (b. 1939) until 1974 (see below). BLENKO’s second design director, Wayne Husted, significantly advanced the company into the avant-garde, particularly by pioneering the idea of \"architectural-scale\" designs. Husted’s successor, Joel Philip Myers (b. 1934), who is recognized as the founder of the Studio Glass movement, which emphasized the artist’s role as both designer and creator of one-of-a-kind objects, further bolstered the firm's prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLENKO’S ”HISTORIC” DESIGN DIRECTORS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinslow Anderson, 1947–1953\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWayne Husted, 1952–1963\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoel Philip Myers, 1963–1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Nickerson, 1970–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BLENKO GLASS COMPANY filed for Chapter 11 in May 2011. A reorganization plan was accepted by the court in December 2012, clearing the way for the company to exit bankruptcy in early 2013. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, BLENKO continues to produce new forms and release new shades. Contemporary collectors, prizing more historic designs and colors, have fostered an active secondary market for the company’s glass. In recent years, direct-to-consumer sales of a pair of limited-edition figurines depicting famous local cryptids—the Flatwoods Monster and Mothman—helped to expand BLENKO’s customer base, sustaining its fortunes through the COVID-19 pandemic. 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Possibly a Wayne Husted design. Their unusual texture evokes the look of shattered or cracked ice. The effect is achieved by briefly submerging hot, hand-blown glass in cold water, which causes its surface to cool and crack. The glass is then reheated in a kiln, sealing the cracks while preserving the unique appearance. Offered as a set. (Note: BLENKO glass should be hand-washed with warm water, dish soap, and a soft cloth.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLENKO GLASS COMPANY is a family-owned business in Milton, W. Va., specializing in hand-blown glass. It was established in 1921 as the Eureka Art Glass Company by Englishman William John Blenko (1854–1934), who was determined to introduce Old World sheet-glass production methods in the US. Blenko immigrated to America in 1893, ultimately settling in Milton after several attempts to launch factories at other locations. The Industrial Development Department of the Chesapeake \u0026amp; Ohio Railroad sold him on Milton’s potential, highlighting its sober and diligent workforce as well as the dependable supply of natural gas for the kilns. He began construction of a furnace with the assistance of a few locals, and, within a month, handmade glass was being manufactured. (Along with natural gas, the presence of rich silica deposits and access to both river and rail transportation led to West Virginia’s becoming a center for glass manufacturing after the Civil War.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam J. was solely responsible for both production and sales of glass until the arrival in 1923 of his son and daughter-in-law—William H. Blenko (d. 1969) and his wife Marion (née Hunt)—who were integrated into the workforce. In 1925, the need for a larger workshop and improved shipping facilities prompted the relocation of the BLENKO glassworks across the river to its current site, near the main line of the C\u0026amp;O Railroad. The operation received a notable commission in 1927 when British architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott chose it to produce glass for the windows of Liverpool Cathedral. Another early achievement included furnishing glass for the windows of St. Patrick’s in New York City.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe onset of the Great Depression, which decimated the market for stained glass, made it obvious that the product line had to expand beyond sheet glass. Consequently, in 1929, the services of two Swedish-American glassblowers were enlisted: brothers Louis Miller and Axel Müller (the latter of whom chose not to Americanize his name). They trained the Milton crews in the art of handcrafting decorative objects—the vases, pitchers, and stemware that would ultimately establish BLENKO’s international reputation. An early client was the Boston importer Carbone and Sons, which previously had sourced its goods from Italy and Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing demand was met with increased production, and, in 1930, the company was rebranded as the BLENKO GLASS COMPANY, alongside the launch of the tableware line that would make “Blenko” a household name. In 1932, Macy’s began selling BLENKO in New York City. After the death of founder William J. in 1934, William H. assumed leadership and would oversee consistent growth at the company for three decades before retiring. His wife, Marion, held the positions of treasurer, secretary, and retail sales manager until her passing in 1989.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the mid-1930s, BLENKO has presented its product range in an annual catalog. The first color version was published in 1959, under the direction of designer Wayne Husted (b. 1927). As the company launched new shades and retired others, a dedicated page was created to list the available colors—often with evocative names. In the early 1960s, turquoise, amethyst, tangerine, sea green, jonquil, crystal, and rosé were featured; as the decade progressed, chestnut, honey, peacock, plum, lemon, and wheat were introduced. Collectors, dealers, and curators actively seek out past catalogs to help them identify and authenticate BLENKO items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many different production techniques have been employed at BLENKO, the company is particularly known for its use of molds. Hand-carved cherrywood molds, for example, are employed to shape its blown tableware. While considerably less expensive than metal ones, wooden molds wear out after fifty to a hundred uses. More durable cast-iron molds are used for objects made in quantity, such as BLENKO’s signature \u003ci\u003e384 Water Bottle\u003c\/i\u003e (in continuous production since 1938).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1947, a significant change occurred with the appointment of Winslow Anderson (1917–2007) as the full-time design director. His team’s work garnered critical acclaim, with several of Anderson's designs being awarded MoMA’s Good Design Awards in 1950, establishing the company as a frontrunner in modern American glass throughout the ’50s and ’60s. The company’s “Historic Period”—of particular interest to collectors—began with Anderson and ran through the tenure of John Nickerson (b. 1939) until 1974 (see below). BLENKO’s second design director, Wayne Husted, significantly advanced the company into the avant-garde, particularly by pioneering the idea of “architectural-scale” designs. Husted’s successor, Joel Philip Myers (b. 1934), who is recognized as the founder of the Studio Glass movement, which emphasized the artist’s role as both designer and creator of one-of-a-kind objects, further bolstered the firm's prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLENKO’S “HISTORIC” DESIGN DIRECTORS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinslow Anderson, 1947–1953\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWayne Husted, 1952–1963\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoel Philip Myers, 1963–1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Nickerson, 1970–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BLENKO GLASS COMPANY filed for Chapter 11 in May 2011. A reorganization plan was accepted by the court in December of the following year, clearing the way for the company to exit bankruptcy in early 2013. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, BLENKO continues to produce new forms and release new shades. Contemporary collectors, prizing more historic designs and colors, have fostered an active secondary market for the company’s glass. In recent years, direct-to-consumer sales of a pair of limited-edition figurines depicting famous local cryptids—the Flatwoods Monster and Mothman—helped to expand BLENKO’s customer base, sustaining its fortunes through the COVID-19 pandemic. The company offers free factory tours to the public that feature an overlook area where visitors can observe its craftspeople at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker – \u003cb\u003eBLENKO GLASS COMPANY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1950s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner – \u003cb\u003eUNKNOWN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1950s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin – \u003cb\u003eU.S.A.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyles\/Movements – \u003cb\u003eABSTRACT; MID-CENTURY MODERN; AMERICAN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials – \u003cb\u003eGLASS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors – \u003cb\u003eTRANSPARENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition – \u003cb\u003eExcellent vintage condition. 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It was established in 1921 as the Eureka Art Glass Company by Englishman William John Blenko (1854–1934), who was determined to introduce Old World sheet-glass production methods in the US. Blenko immigrated to America in 1893, ultimately settling in Milton after several attempts to launch factories at other locations. The Industrial Development Department of the Chesapeake \u0026amp; Ohio Railroad sold him on Milton's potential, highlighting its sober and diligent workforce as well as the dependable supply of natural gas for the kilns. He began construction of a furnace with the assistance of a few locals, and, within a month, handmade glass was being manufactured. (Along with natural gas, the presence of rich silica deposits and access to both river and rail transportation led to West Virginia’s becoming a center for glass manufacturing after the Civil War.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam J. was solely responsible for both production and sales of glass until the arrival in 1923 of his son and daughter-in-law—William H. Blenko (d. 1969) and his wife Marion (née Hunt)—who were integrated into the workforce. In 1925, the need for a larger workshop and improved shipping facilities prompted the relocation of the BLENKO glassworks across the river to its current site, near the main line of the C\u0026amp;O Railroad. The operation received a notable commission in 1927 when British architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott chose it to produce glass for the windows of Liverpool Cathedral. Another early achievement included furnishing glass for the windows of St. Patrick’s in New York City.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe onset of the Great Depression, which decimated the market for stained glass, made it obvious that the product line had to expand beyond sheet glass. Consequently, in 1929, the services of two Swedish-American glassblowers were enlisted: brothers Louis Miller and Axel Müller (the latter of whom chose not to Americanize his name). They trained the Milton crews in the art of handcrafting decorative objects—the vases, pitchers, and stemware that would ultimately establish BLENKO’s international reputation. An early client was the Boston importer Carbone and Sons, which previously had sourced its goods from Italy and Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing demand was met with increased production, and, in 1930, the company was rebranded as the BLENKO GLASS COMPANY, alongside the launch of the tableware line that would make “Blenko” a household name. In 1932, Macy’s began selling BLENKO in New York City. After the death of founder William J. in 1934, William H. assumed leadership and would oversee consistent growth at the company for three decades before retiring. His wife, Marion, held the positions of treasurer, secretary, and retail sales manager until her passing in 1989.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the mid-1930s, BLENKO has presented its product range in an annual catalog. The first color version was published in 1959, under the direction of designer Wayne Husted (b. 1927). As the company launched new shades and retired others, a dedicated page was created to list the available colors—often with evocative names. In the early 1960s, turquoise, amethyst, tangerine, sea green, jonquil, crystal, and rosé were featured; as the decade progressed, chestnut, honey, peacock, plum, lemon, and wheat were introduced. Collectors, dealers, and curators actively seek out past catalogs to help them identify and authenticate BLENKO items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many different production techniques have been employed at BLENKO, the company is particularly known for its use of molds. Hand-carved cherrywood molds, for example, are employed to shape its blown tableware. While considerably less expensive than metal ones, wooden molds wear out after fifty to a hundred uses. More durable cast-iron molds are used for objects made in quantity, such as BLENKO’s signature \u003ci\u003e384 Water Bottle\u003c\/i\u003e (in continuous production since 1938).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1947, a significant change occurred with the appointment of Winslow Anderson (1917–2007) as the full-time design director. His team’s work garnered critical acclaim, with several of Anderson's designs being awarded MoMA’s Good Design Awards in 1950, establishing the company as a frontrunner in modern American glass throughout the ’50s and ’60s. The company’s “Historic Period”—of particular interest to collectors—began with Anderson and ran through the tenure of John Nickerson (b. 1939) until 1974 (see below). BLENKO’s second design director, Wayne Husted, significantly advanced the company into the avant-garde, particularly by pioneering the idea of \"architectural-scale\" designs. Husted’s successor, Joel Philip Myers (b. 1934), who is recognized as the founder of the Studio Glass movement, which emphasized the artist’s role as both designer and creator of one-of-a-kind objects, further bolstered the firm's prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLENKO’S ”HISTORIC” DESIGN DIRECTORS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinslow Anderson, 1947–1953\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWayne Husted, 1952–1963\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoel Philip Myers, 1963–1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Nickerson, 1970–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BLENKO GLASS COMPANY filed for Chapter 11 in May 2011. A reorganization plan was accepted by the court in December 2012, clearing the way for the company to exit bankruptcy in early 2013. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, BLENKO continues to produce new forms and release new shades. Contemporary collectors, prizing more historic designs and colors, have fostered an active secondary market for the company’s glass. In recent years, direct-to-consumer sales of a pair of limited-edition figurines depicting famous local cryptids—the Flatwoods Monster and Mothman—helped to expand BLENKO’s customer base, sustaining its fortunes through the COVID-19 pandemic. The company offers free factory tours to the public that feature an overlook area where visitors can observe its craftspeople at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker – \u003cb\u003eBLENKO GLASS COMPANY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1950s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner – \u003cb\u003eUNKNOWN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1950s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin – \u003cb\u003eU.S.A.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyles\/Movements – \u003cb\u003eABSTRACT; MID-CENTURY MODERN; AMERICAN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials – \u003cb\u003eGLASS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors – \u003cb\u003eAMBER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition – \u003cb\u003eExcellent vintage condition. 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It was established in 1921 as the Eureka Art Glass Company by Englishman William John Blenko (1854–1934), who was determined to introduce Old World sheet-glass production methods in the US. Blenko immigrated to America in 1893, ultimately settling in Milton after several attempts to launch factories at other locations. The Industrial Development Department of the Chesapeake \u0026amp; Ohio Railroad sold him on Milton's potential, highlighting its sober and diligent workforce as well as the dependable supply of natural gas for the kilns. He began construction of a furnace with the assistance of a few locals, and, within a month, handmade glass was being manufactured. (Along with natural gas, the presence of rich silica deposits and access to both river and rail transportation led to West Virginia’s becoming a center for glass manufacturing after the Civil War.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam J. was solely responsible for both production and sales of glass until the arrival in 1923 of his son and daughter-in-law—William H. Blenko (d. 1969) and his wife Marion (née Hunt)—who were integrated into the workforce. In 1925, the need for a larger workshop and improved shipping facilities prompted the relocation of the BLENKO glassworks across the river to its current site, near the main line of the C\u0026amp;O Railroad. The operation received a notable commission in 1927 when British architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott chose it to produce glass for the windows of Liverpool Cathedral. Another early achievement included furnishing glass for the windows of St. Patrick’s in New York City.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe onset of the Great Depression, which decimated the market for stained glass, made it obvious that the product line had to expand beyond sheet glass. Consequently, in 1929, the services of two Swedish-American glassblowers were enlisted: brothers Louis Miller and Axel Müller (the latter of whom chose not to Americanize his name). They trained the Milton crews in the art of handcrafting decorative objects—the vases, pitchers, and stemware that would ultimately establish BLENKO’s international reputation. An early client was the Boston importer Carbone and Sons, which previously had sourced its goods from Italy and Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing demand was met with increased production, and, in 1930, the company was rebranded as the BLENKO GLASS COMPANY, alongside the launch of the tableware line that would make “Blenko” a household name. In 1932, Macy’s began selling BLENKO in New York City. After the death of founder William J. in 1934, William H. assumed leadership and would oversee consistent growth at the company for three decades before retiring. His wife, Marion, held the positions of treasurer, secretary, and retail sales manager until her passing in 1989.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the mid-1930s, BLENKO has presented its product range in an annual catalog. The first color version was published in 1959, under the direction of designer Wayne Husted (b. 1927). As the company launched new shades and retired others, a dedicated page was created to list the available colors—often with evocative names. In the early 1960s, turquoise, amethyst, tangerine, sea green, jonquil, crystal, and rosé were featured; as the decade progressed, chestnut, honey, peacock, plum, lemon, and wheat were introduced. Collectors, dealers, and curators actively seek out past catalogs to help them identify and authenticate BLENKO items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many different production techniques have been employed at BLENKO, the company is particularly known for its use of molds. Hand-carved cherrywood molds, for example, are employed to shape its blown tableware. While considerably less expensive than metal ones, wooden molds wear out after fifty to a hundred uses. More durable cast-iron molds are used for objects made in quantity, such as BLENKO’s signature \u003ci\u003e384 Water Bottle\u003c\/i\u003e (in continuous production since 1938).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1947, a significant change occurred with the appointment of Winslow Anderson (1917–2007) as the full-time design director. His team’s work garnered critical acclaim, with several of Anderson's designs being awarded MoMA’s Good Design Awards in 1950, establishing the company as a frontrunner in modern American glass throughout the ’50s and ’60s. The company’s “Historic Period”—of particular interest to collectors—began with Anderson and ran through the tenure of John Nickerson (b. 1939) until 1974 (see below). BLENKO’s second design director, Wayne Husted, significantly advanced the company into the avant-garde, particularly by pioneering the idea of \"architectural-scale\" designs. Husted’s successor, Joel Philip Myers (b. 1934), who is recognized as the founder of the Studio Glass movement, which emphasized the artist’s role as both designer and creator of one-of-a-kind objects, further bolstered the firm's prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLENKO’S ”HISTORIC” DESIGN DIRECTORS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinslow Anderson, 1947–1953\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWayne Husted, 1952–1963\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoel Philip Myers, 1963–1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Nickerson, 1970–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BLENKO GLASS COMPANY filed for Chapter 11 in May 2011. A reorganization plan was accepted by the court in December 2012, clearing the way for the company to exit bankruptcy in early 2013. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, BLENKO continues to produce new forms and release new shades. Contemporary collectors, prizing more historic designs and colors, have fostered an active secondary market for the company’s glass. In recent years, direct-to-consumer sales of a pair of limited-edition figurines depicting famous local cryptids—the Flatwoods Monster and Mothman—helped to expand BLENKO’s customer base, sustaining its fortunes through the COVID-19 pandemic. The company offers free factory tours to the public that feature an overlook area where visitors can observe its craftspeople at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker – \u003cb\u003eBLENKO GLASS COMPANY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1960s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner – \u003cb\u003eUNKNOWN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1960s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin – \u003cb\u003eU.S.A.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyles\/Movements – \u003cb\u003eABSTRACT; MID-CENTURY MODERN; AMERICAN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials – \u003cb\u003eGLASS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors – \u003cb\u003eFOREST\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition – \u003cb\u003eExcellent vintage condition. 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Often misattributed to the Blenko Glass Company of Milton, a consensus has emerged that these birds are more likely the work of another West Virginia glassworks—either the Viking Glass Company, founded in New Martinsville in 1944, or the Pilgrim Glass Corporation, founded in Ceredo in 1949. (Rich deposits of silica and access to both river and rail transportation, along with its natural gas fields, led to West Virginia’s becoming a center for glass manufacturing after the Civil War.) The subtle green tint, most noticeable along the pieces’ thick edges, is due to the presence of naturally occurring iron oxide in the manufacturing sand. Offered as a set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker – \u003cb\u003eUNKNOWN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1970s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner – \u003cb\u003eUNKNOWN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Period\/Year – \u003cb\u003e1970s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin – \u003cb\u003eU.S.A.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyles\/Movements – \u003cb\u003eABSTRACT; MID-CENTURY MODERN; AMERICAN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials – \u003cb\u003eGLASS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors – \u003cb\u003eTRANSPARENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition – \u003cb\u003eExcellent vintage condition. 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