Item Report
Bohemian Ruby Cut-to-Clear Floral Glass Vase
By: Unknown (typical of anonymous glass workshops in Bohemia)
Style: Bohemian / Central European Cut-to-Clear Glass
Origin: Czech Republic (formerly Bohemia, Austro-Hungarian Empire)
Materials: Ruby glass, clear glass (cut-to-clear technique)
Age: Circa 1880-1920
Condition: Very Good (no visible chips or cracks; some light surface scratches or typical age wear)
Value: $80 - $150 (auction liquidation value, depending on condition and market demand)
Maker's Marks / Writing: None visible in the provided photo.
Date: 2025-06-21 00:26:49.780063
Description:
This is a Bohemian ruby cut-to-clear glass vase, likely from the late 19th to early 20th century. The piece features deep ruby glass with panels and bands cut through to clear, adorned with etched and engraved white floral and foliate decoration. Bohemian glass of this type was produced in regions now part of the Czech Republic, renowned for their sophisticated glassmaking techniques and detailed craftsmanship.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A classic example of Bohemian cut-to-clear glass from the late Victorian or Edwardian era, with a vibrant ruby overlay and detailed wheel engraving. The design is consistent with floral motifs popular in Bohemian glassware. While decorative and collectible, comparable pieces are fairly common at auction.
Individual Images:
- Only one main image is provided. Detail images of the base and lip would be useful to further confirm age and quality
- as late 20th-century reproductions can look similar. No closeup of wear or pontil
- but main image shows good clarity and skillful engraving.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (no visible chips or cracks; some light surface scratches or typical age wear)
Identification Score: 90%
The shape, cut-to-clear technique, and floral engraving are very typical for Bohemian glassware of this period. The item is well-identified within its category, though without maker's marks or more distinctive features, absolute certainty is reserved.
Authenticity Score: 75%
The vase's wear, decoration style, and color suggest it is likely original to the late 19th/early 20th century, not a recent reproduction. However, these pieces are often imitated, and without inspecting wear or pontil on the base it's prudent to be slightly cautious.
Image Memory Note
Distinctive red cut-to-clear vase with white floral engraving; Bohemian/Czech origin likely. Used in decorative glass collections.
Keywords
Bohemian glass, ruby cut-to-clear, floral engraving, Czech Republic, antique vase, Victorian glass, decorative glassware
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