Rare Art Deco August Walther & Söhne Amber Glass Chalice with Classical Bronze Relief Frieze Description: A stunning Art Deco amber glass chalice/goblet produced by the renowned German glassworks August Walther & Söhne during the 1930s. This piece features a rich, deep amber hue and is distinguished by a wide, bronze-finished metal band encircling the bowl. The frieze depicts a continuous classical relief scene of chariot-driving figures and horses, evoking a Greco-Roman "Grand Tour" aesthetic popular during the Art Deco era. The base often bears the molded "Heart and SG" mark (Sächsische Glasfabrik) or the "Crown and AWS" mark, signifying its authentic Dresden origin. This particular range was designed to compete with high-end bohemian glass and is highly sought after by collectors for its regal presence and historical significance. Art Deco Period (circa 1930s). This specific "Gilded Frieze" style was a signature of their 1930s production, intended to mimic expensive Moser cut crystal.