Posted 2 months ago
IronLace
(1009 items)
Sometimes, you have to treat yourself….when something special comes along, & you know it’s an opportunity not to be missed. Life is too short!
So even though this was far from a bargain, it was just within my budget for a significant acquisition. And because I remain open minded, I can handle a little damage within reason if it makes that special item affordable.
Here we have a magical piece of Secessionist art glass, in a marbled type glass with applied cabochons & gilding. The vase has an unusual rhomboidal form. The exact colour is difficult to define, a swirling amalgam of browns & golden tones that effectively imitate polished semiprecious stone. As can be seen there is a minor loss to one of the tiny oval shaped cabochons, & a small chippy chunk out of the base. Still displays so impressively!
The vase measures a petite 13 cm tall, but the glass is thick & surprisingly heavy for the diminutive size.
The seller had this identified as Joseph Riedel.
Circa 1900.
Amazing piece. Congratulations.
Really Nice. Cool AS !!!!
The little Jewels are Fabulous.
This is absolutely stunning!!! Well done. Everyone should treat themselves occasionally.
Beautiful Vase, it looks delicious too :)
Much appreciated, Ales, I feel honoured to have this in my collection!
Thanks also, Kevin! Perfectly said, it really is a stunner, small & so classy! The tiny jewels are adorable too!
Many thanks, Scott! I’m all for treats!
Cheers Bernard, it is a real gem, & does have a chocolatey look to it!
I found a page on the net that includes your vase - a Riedel catalogue page.
Sounds fab, Kevin! So glad I went for this…
An absolute treasure, such detail!
Many thanks, Peggy!
Excellent find..good eye.
Much appreciated, dav2no1!
Very interesting!
Many thanks, vintagelamp!