SCHWEIZ. FABR. / SUISSE - SCHWEIZ. FABR. / SUISSE - Vase (3) - Mignon No. 520 - Glass - Mignon No. 520

Set of three ancient green glass bottles – Two onions and a pharmacy/wardrobe inkwell

Fascinating and rare trio of antique blown glass bottles in a deep forest green. The lot consists of two elegant slender bottles (commonly known as a "PAIR" or "onion" bottle) featuring a distinctive circular relief seal around the neck, and a central pressed bottle, typical of old monumental inkstands or apothecary/pharmacy flasks.
These objects, dating plausibly from the late 19th to early 20th centuries, show the typical imperfections of vintage glass (small internal air bubbles and irregular blowing) that certify their authenticity and enhance their historical charm. Perfect as high-end collectible items or refined decor accents for vintage, rustic, or modern interiors.
Details and Dimensions:
• Pair of side bottles: about 24 x 10 x 10 cm each. They feature an impressed seal on the glass at the base of the neck.
Glass material: blown glass

Art Deco Vase "Mignon No. 520" – Bülach Glas, Switzerland - ca. 1930/1950
Splendid and authentic piece of Swiss industrial design history. This heavy forest-green pressed glass object is the famous Christmas tree stand model "Mignon No. 520", produced by the historic glassworks Bülach Glas (Glashütte Bülach) between the 1930s and 1950s. The bottom of the object shows a rich series of embossed marks certifying its authenticity and provenance: "MIGNON", "BÜLACH No. 520", "SWITZERLAND", "+ PATENT" and the double inscription "SCHWEIZ. FABR. / SUISSE".
Characterized by a sculptural bulbous form and the typical three indented rib collars, this piece perfectly embodies the sturdiness and functional aesthetics of the Art Deco era.
Originally conceived as a base for small table trees (hence the name Mignon), today it enjoys a second life as an exclusive home decor element. Thanks to its substantial weight and exceptional stability, it lends itself magnificently to being reused as a large-impact vase for decorative branches or cut flowers, capable of catching the light and enhancing interiors, both vintage and modern.
Details and Condition:
Origin: Switzerland (Glashütte Bülach)
Model: Mignon No. 520 (Patented / Patent)
Era: 1930s - 1950s
Material: Heavy pressed glass
Dimensions: Height 10 cm | Diameter 18 cm
Weight: About 1 kg
Conditions: Excellent vintage condition. The glass is intact and solid, the marks on the bottom are perfectly clear and legible. Shows light and normal surface signs of time linked to age and use (upper metal structure not present, ideal for collection use or as an ornamental vase).

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