Vintage Bormioli Rocco Galassia Rocks Glasses - Set of 4 Clear Italian Whiskey Tumblers, Textured Starburst Interlocking Base, 8 oz

Product Specifications & Details

Brand: Bormioli Rocco
Product Type: Rocks Glasses / Lowball Tumblers / Old Fashioned Glasses
Pattern: Galassia
Capacity: 8 fl oz (measured to the brim)
Shape: Curved, round silhouette narrowing slightly at the rim with a heavy weighted bottom
Components: Set of 4 matching glasses
Dimensions: 3 ½ inches tall
Material: High-quality clear Italian glass
Color: Clear
Model Number: 4919Q103 (Commercial distribution variant reference)
Compatibility: Stackable design; interlocking base geometry allows nested stacking
Era & Production Date: Vintage late 20th Century (Circa 1980s – 1990s)
Origin: Made in Italy (Embossed with "Italy" on the bottom of each base)
Care Instructions: Hand washing recommended to preserve clarity and vintage luster
Style: Mid-Century Modern Functionalism / Retro Barware / Sculptural Art Deco Minimalist

Listing Description:

Elevate your home bar setup with this spectacular set of four vintage "On the Rocks" whiskey glasses from the iconic Galassia collection by renowned Italian glassmaker Bormioli Rocco. Masterfully crafted in Italy in the late 20th century, these lowball tumblers offer an exquisite balance of sculptural post-modern design and everyday practicality.

Design & Aesthetics:

Each glass displays a softly curved body that fits beautifully in hand. The true showstopper is the thick, heavy sham base engineered with an indented, interlocking starburst motif. This heavy peg-foot design catches the light beautifully under amber spirits and functions as a smart nesting system for effortless, secure stacking on your bar shelves.

Condition: Pristine Vintage Condition: Free from any chips, cracks, flea bites, cloudiness, or heavy scratching. The glass remains crystal clear with a beautiful, brilliant gloss.

Core Selling Points:

Authentic Italian Craftsmanship: Proudly embossed with "Italy" on the underside of each glass.

Functional Sculptural Form: Unique textured feet make these glasses immediate conversation starters.

Versatile Serving Capacity: The perfect 8 oz size, optimized for fine bourbon, scotch, old fashioneds, negronis, or upscale water and juice presentation.

Collectibility:

The Galassia line is a highly celebrated mid-to-late century form by Bormioli Rocco. Intact vintage sets of four in flawless condition are increasingly rare and sought after by collectors of European barware and mid-century design enthusiasts.

Marketplace Compliance Statement: This item is guaranteed to meet all of Etsy’s policy standards for vintage marketplaces. The items in this listing are verified vintage pieces produced more than 20 years ago (circa 1980s/1990s) and have been officially discontinued by the original manufacturer. This glassware pattern has no history of product recalls, safety defects, or hazardous material listings, making it safe for domestic use and resale.

This listing is for a set of 4 (four) glasses.

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