Waterford

Made in Waterford, Ireland, from 1729 to 1851 and from 1951 to the present, it is characterized by thick walls, deep geometric cutting, and bright polish. Early Waterford glass had a smoky, bluish gray color, considered a drawback (now a collectors item), so clear crystal was produced after 1830. Chandeliers with diamond-cut or scalloped branches, wall lamps, sconces, bowls, and vases were characteristic. Most of the glass prior to 1783 was blown glass, cutting was adopted in that year.