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jericho
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These vases were made around 1930 by Kralik in Czechoslovakia. You will recognize them by there crystallized surface texture. The interior decor is created with layers of glass powder (enamel) or glass chips between a thick casing layer. It is widely believed the glass was treated with a compound that coated the piece when cooling (glue?), this surface layer was later chipped off with a wooden tool. If anyone knows for sure please let me know.
They were signed with a "Czechoslovakia" in a white or acid stamp. Most of the pieces have a ground rim and are rarely seen over 9" tall. My favorite one is the "knuckle" bowl with sprinkles of dust that looks like mold or mineral deposits- jm
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alfredo also has some nice ones posted. thanks for sharing
love those !!!!
and also very knowledgeable about it
Jericho, You may find that your examples in Photos 4 & 5 are actually a different technique used by Kralik, a crystalized frosting that gives the appearance of frost on glass. Examine your vases closely and it should be apparent.