Description :
This whimsical stemmed glass combines vintage charm with artistry, featuring a finely crafted ceramic Hummel-style figure as the stem. The bowl of the glass is adorned with intricate gold-leaf detailing, including grapes and vines etched into the band, along with raised white enamel florals. The figure wears a black overcoat and holds a ladder, a likely reference to a chimney sweep—believed to bring luck in European folklore. A collector's piece with both decorative and nostalgic appeal.
Era:
Mid-20th Century (circa 1950s–1970s)
Style:
Folk Art / Bavarian Collectible
Technique:
Hand-painted ceramic with molded detail; gold leaf etching on glass
Tools Used:
Ceramic mold, paintbrushes, glassblowing tools, gilding tools
History:
Inspired by the famous Goebel Hummel figurines made in Germany, these collectible figural glasses were often produced as decorative novelties or small-batch barware items.
Manufacturer / Maker:
Marked as Goebel Hummel style—Maker: Likely Goebel (West Germany), though this piece may be a limited series or special edition.
Measurements:
6" H x 3" W
Suggested Weight:
0.5 lbs
Music:
Waltz-style classical folk music or vintage German schlager from the 1960s
Item Number : P12645
Category : Housewares
Brand : Goebel
