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Chalet Glass

Whether you call it Chalet Artistic Glass, Chalet Glass, or Canada Art, our blogs cover it all. Read historical articles that show the ongoing importance of Chalet Glass over the years. The company underwent many name changes along the way but operated from 1958-1975. Chalet Glass offers a rich catalog that needs more than just a glance; it requires careful thought and understanding. The goal is to help you recognize and value each piece. Let the articles at Luna Sabrina guide your collecting and reselling journey.

Blue Chalet Glass Basket
Acid Etching from a clear Chalet Glass Tornado Bowl

EDAG Click here to dive into the dramatic world of EDAG crystal. Learn about the creations of Maestro Danilo Pavanello.

Other Click here to learn about other Canadian vintage art glass houses, other hotshops, and glass from other countries.

Sold Records Click here to learn how much Chalet glass is worth. Chalet glass values vary by form, colour and height. Access over 1000 different sold records ranging from 2021-current.

Lorraine Click here to learn about the amazing variety that Lorraine Glass Industries created.

Chalet Glass Hook and Curl Etched Par CM

After a devastating fire at its Montreal location, Chalet relocated to Cornwall in the autumn of 1962. Leading the move was Angelo Tedesco, an Italian immigrant with 13 years of glass engraving experience in Montreal and New York, who served as vice-president and general manager. He was joined by his brother-in-law, Pagnin Sergio, and his brother, Luigi Tedesco, both instrumental in the company’s success.

 

This article allows you to step inside a 60,000-square-foot brick building in Cornwall, Ontario, where fifteen glassblowers work tirelessly, sweat on their brows and breath fueling five-foot blowpipes. The heat of fourteen roaring furnaces fills the air, and the artistry of Chalet Glass comes alive. Discover the answers and stories that await you in this blog.

Comprehensive Glass Guides

Clear Glass, the simplest expression of a form. With no where to hide, clear glass provides the best example of a design. Within Canadian vintage art glass there is a world of colours, though, clear glass presents rarity in a lot of cases when comparing it to coloured designs.  This article provides detailed explanations surrounding rarity, pictorials showcasing important attributable features. This article contains over 122 pieces and 376 photos. 

Answer Your Chalet Glass Curiosities

Pink Chalet Stretch

The articles below focus specifically on the Canadian vintage art glass company, Chalet Artistic Glass (Chalet Glass). Learn about the origins of Chalet Glass and the journey that led them to Cornwall, Ontario. Discover the significance of Canada Art and the constant identifiable features of Chalet pieces. Enjoy fun vintage advertisements from newspapers and sales promotions, as well as some interesting, never-before-seen pieces of glass. These articles are not only for your viewing pleasure but also to enhance your repertoire of glass-identifying tools.

Connect & Differentiate 

Understanding the differences between the big three glasshouses—Chalet, EDAG, and Lorraine—is crucial for collectors and resellers. Each company has unique attributes that aid in identification, but learning these differences takes time.

 

As a collector and reseller, it’s essential to know what’s popular, how color and size affect value, and what items are uncommon or common but desirable. Canadian vintage art glass offers a unique experience for both collecting and selling.

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