German Postwar Modernist Union Glass Serving Dish Set

Set of German Postwar modernist glass serving dishes hand decorated and trimmed in gold

Postwar German modernist style glass serving dishes.

Unionglas(s) was a glass-works located in Bavaria in the early 1950’s. The company hails from 1882 when it was known as Kupfer & Glaser. In 1939 (WWII) they renamed the factory to ‘Spiegel Glass Union’. In 1952 the glassworks changed its name again to Unionglass. In 1953 Unionglass closed down production.

This set was made during the two years the company was called Unionglas. Each are trimmed with gold and white decor, except the Unionglass marked tray which is trimmed in gold only. It is rare to find these slumped plate glass dishes in good condition, and with identification.

The company marked tray is in nearly new condition, as is the round tray with white dots. The largest rectangle tray has a diamond mesh white decor and is in good condition with 10% gold wear on the rims. The two small nut/mint dishes are in fair condition with 20 to 30% of the gold worn off. No chips or cracks on any.

The largest tray (image 3) with the diamond mesh decor measures 12″ x 8″, 1″ deep. The Unionglas Logo tray measures 12½” x 5½”, 1″ deep. The round tray measures 9″ wide, 1″ deep. The nut dishes measure 4½” square, ½” deep.

The company plate should remain unused and preserved. The others are perfect for use at dinner or cocktail parties. Hand wash only.