The Allure of French Opaline Glass

Beloved by 19th century aristocrats, and coveted by 21st century collectors, Loren Hope is proud to premier an exclusive curation of rare opaline glass boxes. Made in France and Italy between approximately 1810 and 1920, one could easily imagine courtiers of Emperor Napoleon II and III using these beauties to store away their precious jewels. These sublime hand-blown containers feature unique colors and a level of seamless glass quality, that cannot be found or manufactured today. More significant is the sheer fact that these boxes have never been used before. 

These regal glass containers have survived over decades of change, including two world wars, packed away in European warehouses, which is why they are in remarkable condition. Behold, something truly special that has waited generations to rest upon the vanities of the stylish and routinely chic. Mystically opaque, opaline glass was produced in a variety of colors with the earliest examples being turquoise blue (also referred to as "Petroleum blue"), yellow, and pink. The history of opaline is rich like the gilt bronze hardware on each box. One will find not a single seam or maker's mark on any of the glass, leaving only the distinct appearance that defines opaline.