Pink Hand-Blown Opaline Glass Bud Vase, France Circa 1860

520.00€
In stock: 1 available
Product Details
➤ Place of Origin : Europe - France
➤ Period : 19th Century
➤ Materials : Opaline
➤ Techniques : Hand-blown glass
➤ Item Condition : Good - Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.
➤ Restoration Work & Modifications : No restorations or modifications have been made
➤ Product stock : In France
➤ Delivery information, number of packages: 1

Description :

An elegant 19th-century French opaline glass bud vase, distinguished by its charming pink coloration and refined hand-blown craftsmanship. The vase features a softly bulbous body decorated with delicate white vertical striping that gently rises toward an attractively twisted neck. The neck culminates in a beautifully crimped and ruffled rim, creating a lively silhouette that captures the romantic spirit of decorative glassmaking during the Napoleon III period.

The vibrant pink hue transitions subtly in tone throughout the piece, while the opaque opaline glass softly diffuses light, giving the vase a luminous and almost ethereal quality. The spiral twist incorporated into the neck demonstrates the skill of the glassblower and adds movement and sophistication to the overall design.

Originally intended for displaying a single flower or a small arrangement, this vase now serves equally well as a decorative object. Its compact proportions make it ideal for a mantelpiece, dressing table, display cabinet, or side table. The combination of its sculptural form, ruffled opening, and striking colour ensures it remains visually appealing from every angle.

A delightful example of French decorative opaline glass, this piece embodies the elegance and craftsmanship that made opaline highly sought after throughout the 19th century.

Dimensions:

H: 7.5 cm × Ø 10 cm

(H: 2.95 in × Ø 3.94 in)


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Pink Hand-Blown Opaline Glass Bud Vase, France Circa 1860

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