Acclaimed for exceptional and exquisite decorative glass vases, crystal serveware and other ornamental objets d’art, glassmaker Stevens & Williams was at the forefront of British glass design from the 19th to early 20th centuries.
Though the company began to take shape in 1776, Stevens & Williams Ltd. was formally established in 1847 in Brierley Hill in the West Midlands of England by entrepreneurs William Stevens and Samuel Cox Williams. During this period and into the late 19th century, demand was high for attractive, mass-produced glass, with imports providing strong competition for British glassmakers. Determined to produce glass products that were “a cut above the rest,” Stevens & Williams focused on creating unique and innovative glassware of unparalleled quality.
Led by master glassmaker John Northwood, Stevens & Williams became known in the 1870s for its hallmark colored glass. In 1880, the company garnered more attention when Northwood encouraged 17-year-old Frederick Carder to join the firm as a draftsman and designer. Despite Carder’s young age, Northwood recognized his prodigious talent for cameo work, engraving, cutting and intaglio, skills which would contribute to some of Stevens & Williams’ most beautiful glass and crystal pieces.
Toward the turn of the century, Stevens & Williams expanded from a traditional Victorian style to include elements of Japonisme and Art Nouveau, styles that particularly influenced Carder.
Northwood continued to work for the company until his death in 1902. A year later, Carder left for the United States, where he became famous for cofounding Steuben Glass Works in Corning, New York.
Stevens & Williams had considerable success in the early 20th century. In 1919, King George V awarded the firm its first Royal Warrant. In the 1930s, it was renowned for its Art Deco-style centerpieces, barware and other glass pieces. Stevens & Williams continued production until 1967. In 1968, the company’s name was changed to Royal Brierley Crystal.
Today, Stevens & Williams’ legacy lives on as one of England’s most revered glassmakers. Glass and crystal bearing the Stevens & Williams mark continue to be highly prized by collectors around the world.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Stevens & Williams decanters, serveware and glass and decorative objects.
6 Iridescent Green Gold Enamel Venetian Footed Dessert Coupes & Underplates
By Salviati
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 6 handblown Venetian compotes are shaped with an elegant profile and decorated in soft green with gold highlights. The matching under plat...
Glass
Signed Stevens & Williams Five-Piece Wheel Cut Centerpiece or Epergne
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A rare and amazing signed Stevens and Williams hand blown centerpiece set, all matching, all in excellent condition. Each vase has all-over copper wheel engraved decoration, twist st...
Crystal
Rare Set of 12 Durand Hand Blown Optic Rib Tumblers with Applied Green Rims
By Victor Durand
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a stunning set of 12 hand blown optic ribbed crystal tumblers made by Victor Durand who worked for L.C. Tiffany before opening his own factory in Vineland, NJ. Each one is un...
Crystal
12 Venetian Glass Green Dinner Plates W/ Hand Painted Enamel Gilt Decoration
By Antonio Salviati
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A rare set of 12 hand blown Venetian glass dinner plates/chargers, with exceptionally large diameter measuring 11 3/4" are ready for your favorite table setting. A very versatile an...
Glass
Val Saint Lambert 3 Color Overlay Cut to Clear Footed Centerpiece/Cake Plate
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This rare, very large example of Val Saint Lambert's finest designs is this three-color overlay, amethyst over chartreuse cut to clear crystal footed centerpiece. The 15" diameter fl...
Glass
Webb Hand Blown Apple Green Overlay Crystal Decanter Set W/ 12 Cordials
By Thomas Webb & Sons
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a perfect set of 12 handblown crystal cordials cut to clear in an Art Deco inspired floral pattern made by Webb, England. The base is cut with a radiating star pattern and an...
Crystal
Set of Six Art Deco Pressed Glass & Jade Porcelain Dessert Plates by Moser
By Moser
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary set of six Art Deco dessert plates, crafted by Moser in the Czech Republic circa 1900, exemplifies unparalleled elegance and 20th-century design ingenuity. Each pl...
Porcelain, Glass
Set of 12 Venetian / Murano Green Glass Bowls & Underplates with Gold Inclusions
By Salviati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, large set of Venetian glass bowls and underplates. Attributed to Salviati. In lime green (almost uranium colored) glass with gold foil inclusions throughout. With crimpin...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Set of Antique / Vintage German Art Deco Objects 1920-1930 Spritz Decor
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Art Deco 1920s-1930s plates. A butter base of a lamp, a jug and a serving bowl. Overall condition A++ (Good). Good. Ø 25, 5 en H. 12 en 20 cm.
Earthenware
Set of 4 Divided Dinner Plates, Uranium Green Glass Glow in UV Light
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Mid-Century Modern divided dinner plates were made of uranium green glass with 3 compartments - one large and two smaller ones. Minimal,...
Uranium Glass, Glass
Glass set, tray, jug, 4 glass, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Glassware set, France, 1940s, comprising a tray, a carafe, and four matching glasses. Made of slightly green-tinted glass, this set is appealing for its elegant, geometric lines, typical of the late Art Deco period. The carafe features a delicately pinched spout, while the glasses have a flared shape with a textured base, offering a comfortable grip. The matching tray completes the set harmoniously, creating a cohesive and refined service. Perfect for serving drinks in style or as a vintage decorative piece, this set will bring a bright and sophisticated touch to any table or interior. Style : Art Deco Vintage 1940s French Elegance Key Features : Complete set: 1 tray + 1 carafe + 4 glasses Green tinted glass Made in France 1940s Harmonious and geometric design Vintage condition with age-appropriate charm Keywords: vintage glassware set, green glass carafe, glass tray, art deco glassware, antique drinks set, French glassware, vintage table decor, 1940s glassware...
Glass, Art Glass
Vintage Aperitif Serving Set, English, Ewer, Wine Glasses, Art Deco, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage aperitif serving set. An English, glass ewer and glasses service, dating to the Art Deco, circa 1930. Eye-catching green hues to this distinctive serving set Disp...
Glass
