11 European Roemer Wine Hock Glasses

Updated September 22, 2026

Lot number	326
Auction	Luxury Southwest Living, Art, Furniture, Decor
Date	October 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM MST
Auction house	Grasons Estate Sales of Southern AZ
Location	Tucson, Arizona

This exquisite set of 11 antique European Roemer wine hock glasses exemplifies the height of late nineteenth or early twentieth-century luxury craftsmanship, heavily drawing from Bohemian and Venetian design traditions. Each hand-blown crystal glass features a rounded, shallow bowl meticulously decorated with a raised, encrusted gold paste pattern of ornate Baroque scrolls, delicate foliage, and tiny floral clusters that shimmer beautifully in the light. This opulent gilding extends as a crisp band along the upper rim and mirrors down onto the base, creating a highly cohesive and regal aesthetic.The silhouette relies on a classically styled hock stem, characterized by its elegant horizontal threading and distinct applied glass prunts or knops that add both visual texture and a secure grip. Resting on a wide, stable foot accented with matching gold trim, these glasses present a striking profile perfect for displaying in a china cabinet or using for formal entertaining. Given their exceptional hand-painted detail and high-caliber execution, they strongly resemble the masterworks produced by legendary historical glasshouses such as Moser or the elite ateliers of Murano, Venice. The glasses show minimal wear to the extensive gilding, presenting in remarkable vintage condition with no major chips or cracks visible, making them a premier acquisition for any collector of fine European art glass.

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