Posted 10 years ago
mikelv85
(1230 items)
So this is what you buy when you don't want to come home empty handed. Cheap and interesting sometimes has to do. This looks like it's a quality piece with the etching, gilding, and twisted handle and stem, but it's a bit worn and I think the stopper is missing. What I thought was a water mark in the neck feels too rough for that. The etched gilt band is about 40% gone but the spout and the base are still nice. I'm thinking Czech/ Bohemian. The gilt and etching seem a little to fussy for an Italian piece unless it's Venetian than maybe but I'm not sure..
-Mike-
How big Mike?
I have one here similar shape but totally different in colour marked Made in Italy.
Thing is, these were a fashion and I suppose lots of glasshouses made their own version so may be meaningless.
If I get some photos done I will put mine up later.
Thanks Karen and Ken :)...... Oh darn I new I forgot something. It's 12" tall .
My guesses would be:
Empoli (Italy), or Pilgrim or Bombay..............but with the etching.....Not sure.
Posted mine now Mike:
http://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/126437-empoli-italy-satin-glass-pitcher?in=activity
Mine is smaller (9in) and may I say, prettier, and now I look at it the foot is different.
General shape is similar and so is the handle so think whatever maker you wish - I won't disagree! lol