French Opaline Open Urn sits suspended in its own bronze, three-footed mount. The base of the urn has a large, faceted knop. We suggest this might originally have been a goblet which was probably damaged at some point, and we have here a clever rescue; the remaining goblet stem was faceted on the grinding wheel, and the bronze mount was custom made for this piece. All in all, an excellent recovery of the goblet. Then again, it could be completely original, and as intended by the maker. ... Click for details
Rare, diminutive Cup, signed in gilt, "Daum Nancy" on the base, along with the Cross of Lorraine. The piece is from Daum's early years when their designs were decorated primarily in gilt, before they began creating cameo glass. Shadow-ribbed, waisted crystal bowl, with tightly ribbed attached handle, thickly enameled, gilt-outlined flowers surround the bowl, feather gilding at the rim and base, and gilt at the top and base of the handle. The finely polished base acts as a lens, and has the un... Click for details
A charming enameled vase by French maker, Legras. Circa 1900.
Enameled with wine colored leaves and grapes.
Standing an impressive 13.5 inches tall. Excellent condition.
Delightfully sculpted Amethyst Art Glass Parrot by Baccarat, and made in France. Note the label on his wing, the engraved signature near the base, and the acid-etched logo on the base. 4" x 4" x 1.75" (10.16 x 10.16 x 4.44 cm) thick. Excellent condition. $12 US Shipping.
From the 18th Century, elaborate Glass Eggs were popular among European Royalty, and eventually became the rage among the general public. By the mid-19th Century, decorative glass eggs were at their height of popularity.
This precious little hand-gilt egg is one of those glass eggs created by and for those outside of the Court. The egg, itself, is of thin, white opaline, mouthblown of course, with a cartouche of tiny ... Click for details
19th Century Baccarat, attributed, small Vanity Tray for matching Chatelaine Perfume Flacon; both in vibrant cranberry glass. The storage tray for the perfume has an overall impressed pattern which may be seen in the photographs, and is perimeter-edged by a beaded ormolu mesh matching that trim on the sides of the very ornate, pierced ormolu bottle covering. Tray is 5.50" x 3.25" x .875" tall (13.97 x 8.25 x 2.22 cm); chatelaine perfume flacon is about 3" (7.62 cm) to top of cap, 2" (5.08 cm) ... Click for details
Glistening, eight-sided, Cut Crystal Vase by the well known French company, Val St Lambert, and so signed in script on the base. Just over 6" tall, 3" diameter. A great gift. Excellent condition with minimal wear to the base. 20th Century. $14 US Shipping.
Signed, "Made in France," partial import label remains. Three beautiful enameled bird scenes with grapes, berries, and flowers, encircle the lower portion of the box, while enameled insects and gilded flowers encircle the lid. Rim and acorn finial made of brass; exquisite French white opaline with translucent shades of pinks, yellows, and blues. This piece possibly held a cigarette lighter; it could make a smashing "ring box" for that very special gift. Excellent condition with normal wear o... Click for details
This item is a vintage French Cameo Glass atomizer base made by the firm of Val St. Lambert near the turn of the 20th century. Gorgeous lemon yellow floral designs on a stippled clear glass base, all acid etched cameo work.Signed in the ground and polished pontil “VsL”, probably with an acid pen. Rare and desirable!
5” high x 2 5/8” diameter. Atomizer is missing. The glass is in excellent condition. The pewter collar ha... Click for details
