Handgeblazen opalineglas / opaalglas, emaille - 19e eeuw / Napoleon III / Romantiek (ca. 1880–1900) - Ewer (2) - chimney sweep set - Opaline glass - A couple of vases / decanters

Opaline glass, or opal glass, is a type of opaque or translucent glass often characterized by a milky white or softly colored hue, popular in decorative arts from the 19th century. This glass gained considerable prominence during the Napoleon III era and the Romantic period (circa 1880–1900), when artisans combined its delicate appearance with enameling and other decorative techniques. The featured ewer pair, sometimes part of a chimney sweep set, exemplifies fine craftsmanship of the time, blending form and function with ornamental appeal. These vases or decanters demonstrate the aesthetic qualities of opaline glass, prized for its gentle light diffusion and subtle color variations, often used in household luxury objects. Collectors value such pieces for their historical significance as well as their contribution to the decorative style trends of late 19th-century France, where opaline glass was a hallmark of refined taste and artisanal skill.