Libbey Silver Swirl Fade Decanter with Stopper and Four Matching Cordial Glasses Vintage Mid Century Ombre Silver Streaked Band Barware RARE

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Libbey Silver Swirl Fade Decanter with Stopper and Four Matching Cordial Glasses Vintage Mid Century Ombre Silver Streaked Band Barware Set

This is an authentic Libbey “Silver Fade” (also known as Silver Ombre or silver swirl) decanter and cordial glass set, produced in the United States during the mid-20th century (c. 1950s–1960s). The set includes one tall, teardrop-shaped decanter with a solid glass stopper and four matching cordials. Each piece is finished with Libbey’s signature broad silver overlay bands, which show characteristic streak-through opacity from the original application. This is an unusually scarce Libbey ‘Silver Swirl’ cordial set with matching decanter, seldom seen compared to the more common Silver Fade line. The streaked silver banding is part of the original factory design, giving the set a distinctive mid-century look not often available on the market today.

A sleek and iconic example of mid-century American barware, this Libbey “Silver Fade” set embodies the glamour of 1950s–60s cocktail culture. The elegant wide silver bands create a dramatic ombré effect that glows when displayed under light.

The decanter and cordials are perfectly sized for serving aperitifs or digestifs, making them both functional and decorative. On a bar cart, cocktail cabinet, or mid-century dining setting, this set adds timeless sophistication. Collectors of Dorothy Thorpe, Culver, and Hollywood Regency glassware will appreciate its bold modernist appeal.

Introduced in the 1950s, Libbey’s “Silver Fade” became one of the most popular American barware designs of the mid-century era. Unlike Dorothy Thorpe’s mirror-smooth platinum bands, Libbey’s process produced subtle streaks and translucency, giving each piece a unique depth. The style was widely admired in its time and remains highly collectible today, sought after by decorators, retro enthusiasts, and serious barware collectors.

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