Mid-20th Century Cyril Gorainoff–Attributed Hand-Painted Fox Mask Cocktail Glasses — Set of 8

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An exceptionally well-preserved matched set of eight mid-20th-century double old-fashioned cocktail glasses with hand-painted fox-mask and riding-crop motifs, attributed to … Read more An exceptionally well-preserved matched set of eight mid-20th-century double old-fashioned cocktail glasses with hand-painted fox-mask and riding-crop motifs, attributed to Cyril Gorainoff.

Each substantial clear-glass tumbler features a hand-painted russet fox mask with white facial accents, fine whisker details, and a looping riding crop beneath. Gold-painted rims complete the classic sporting design, while the substantial proportions and weighted bases give the glasses an especially pleasing presence in the hand.

The distinctive fox-mask and riding-crop composition is directly associated with Gorainoff’s sought-after sporting barware. This complete set is particularly desirable for its matching quantity, remarkably crisp painted decoration and exceptional state of preservation.

Fox-hunting and equestrian barware are enduring staples of traditional English-country and hunt-country interiors. With their sporting imagery, russet-and-gold palette and distinguished club-room character, these vintage cocktail glasses capture the layered, collected sensibility closely associated with the Ralph Lauren Home aesthetic. Ideal for a Ralph Lauren–inspired bar, gentleman’s library, country-house dining room or equestrian interior, the set brings authentic mid-century character to a timeless traditional setting.

ATTRIBUTION NOTE:
This set is cataloged as attributed to Cyril Gorainoff based on extremely close comparison with documented examples displaying the same frontal fox mask, white facial accents, looping riding crop, gold-painted rim, and nearly identical double old-fashioned glass form. Documented examples measure approximately 4⅜″ high by 3⅝″ in diameter, closely corresponding to this set’s measurements of 4.5″ high by 3.75″ in diameter. No painted signature, maker’s mark, or original retailer label was observed; therefore, the attribution is based on documented visual and structural comparison rather than confirmed provenance. These unsigned versions were historically retailed through luxury outfitters like Abercrombie & Fitch and private hunting clubs, originally featuring temporary paper or foil base labels. See less