Verre de Soie glass vase with sterling silver rim by Steuben Glass Works

Steuben Glass Works, founded in 1903 in Corning, New York, became renowned for its innovative art glass techniques. The Verre de Soie (French for 'glass of silk') line was introduced in the 1920s and featured an iridescent, satin-finish glass with a distinctive pearlescent sheen. This particular vase combines the delicate frosted glass body with elegant engraved floral motifs and a sterling silver collar, representing the collaboration between Steuben's master glassmakers and silversmiths. Verre de Soie pieces are highly prized by collectors of American art glass and decorative arts enthusiasts who appreciate the Art Deco period's refined elegance. These vases appeal to both glass collectors and those interested in early 20th-century American luxury goods, valued for their exceptional craftsmanship, historical significance, and the prestige of the Steuben name. The combination of frosted glass with sterling silver trim makes these pieces particularly desirable among collectors seeking sophisticated decorative objects that exemplify the quality and artistry of American studio glass.