GLASS TEA SETS
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Toy glass tea sets and tableware were only made in child size and doll size, not doll-house miniature size. There are a number of different styles, eras and manufacturers. Items made in the United States dominate the market, as glass making has always been a strong industry in this country.
Pattern glass tea sets and dishes were made by many of our glass companies in the early 18thcentury, including delicate pieces made by the Sandwich Glass Company of Sandwich Massachusettes.
Glass table ware made in the 1920s and 1930s is popularly known as “Depression Glass”. Manufacturers of Depression Glass also made tableware and tea sets for children. The glass came in a variety of colors, pink, blue, red, white and crystal.
The Akro Agate company is classified as depression glass. They are most known for making marbles in all sizes for children. They did produce children’s tea sets and other kitchen and tableware sets. The glass was heavy and many sets have survived the hard use of children. The company reached its peak of production in about 1943. After the war, it was unable to compete with imports, particularly from Japan. The company was sold in 1951.
(Lechler, Children’s) (Whitmeyer)
Pattern glass tea sets and dishes were made by many of our glass companies in the early 18thcentury, including delicate pieces made by the Sandwich Glass Company of Sandwich Massachusettes.
Glass table ware made in the 1920s and 1930s is popularly known as “Depression Glass”. Manufacturers of Depression Glass also made tableware and tea sets for children. The glass came in a variety of colors, pink, blue, red, white and crystal.
The Akro Agate company is classified as depression glass. They are most known for making marbles in all sizes for children. They did produce children’s tea sets and other kitchen and tableware sets. The glass was heavy and many sets have survived the hard use of children. The company reached its peak of production in about 1943. After the war, it was unable to compete with imports, particularly from Japan. The company was sold in 1951.
(Lechler, Children’s) (Whitmeyer)