Q: This beautiful glass vase has always been in my family. My grandfather brought it home after his service in WWII. It is signed Sabino France. It is 8” tall and there are no chips or cracks on it. My grandmother kept it behind lock and key in a cabinet. I am having a hard time finding the value of it so that we can insure it.

A: Sabino is a French glass company founded by Marius-Ernest Sabino (1878-1961) in Paris in the 1920s and 1930s, known for its Art Deco-style glass pieces, particularly those with an opalescent quality. They did make beautiful items in clear and colored glass. The company produced a range of items, including lamps, vases, and figurines, often featuring nude figures and stylized designs. Production initially ceased during World War II but resumed in the 1960s.

Sabino himself was known for creating lights ranging from small lamps to large chandeliers, and also architectural lighting for hotels and restaurants. These are usually not marked you need to become familiar with the Sabrino style and time periods.
The Art Deco movement is known for its geometric patterns, stylized forms, and elegant designs. Opalescent glass has a milky, translucent quality and exhibits a range of colors, especially when held up to a light source.

Sabino glass is marked with the Sabino name and is generally hidden in the design. You are lucky to have found the mark.
The Art Deco period pieces are very desirable, and you can expect to get $800-$1,000 if you were to sell it. For insurance purposes, I suggest that you insure it for $2,500. You cannot recover the family history of the vase, but you can replace the vase.

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