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Mid 19th C. Opaline Hand Gilded Glass Egg Brass Stand browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques: Decorative Art: Glass: French: Pre 1900: item # 785323 Please refer to our stock # 3395 when inquiring.
Barclay Galleries By Appointment South-Central USA 405: 684-9922 Guest Book Price: $145.00 USD |
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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-gilded 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 flowers, leaves and vines. The verso of the egg is not forgotten, and has a small floral scene with butterfly; tiny sharp pontil at small end. The egg sits nicely in a solid brass "nest" stand, with three shell feet. Both the egg and the stand are unmarked, although we believe they are probably French. The egg, alone, measures about 2.75" x 1.50" (6.98 x 3.81 cm), and the stand is about 2.50" (6.35 cm) diameter at the base. Some wear to the gilding; otherwise excellent condition. c. 1840-1860. $10 US Shipping. |
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