Vase (2) - Opaline glass - Victorian hand painted
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This pair of Victorian opaline glass vases, made in the United Kingdom in the late 19th century, is hand-painted with blue and violet flowers and measures approximately 21 cm high by 9 cm wide.
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A pair of Victorian hand-painted opaline glass vases, late 19th century
An elegant pair of Victorian opaline glass vases of slender baluster form, each with a rounded bulbous body rising to a long, tapering neck and gently flared rim.
The opaque ivory-coloured glass delicately hand-painted with sprays of blue and violet flowers amongst finely rendered foliage in shades of green, olive and brown. The floral decoration is enriched with subtle gilt highlights and fine linear detailing, lending depth and delicacy to the composition.
The necks are embellished with a band of raised coloured dots, whilst the flared rims and circular bases are accented with dark borders and traces of gilding.
The graceful proportions, restrained colour palette and naturalistic floral ornament are characteristic of the decorative taste of the late Victorian period, recalling French opaline glass of the late 19th century.
An attractive and harmonious pair, equally suited to a traditional interior or a collection of decorative European glass.
Each measuring approximately 21 cm in height and 9 cm in diameter.
In excellent antique condition, with minimal signs of age and handling. Please refer to the photographs for further details.
Seller's Story
An eclectic collection of antiques and decorative objects, reflecting the character, charm and understated elegance of the English country house.
A pair of Victorian hand-painted opaline glass vases, late 19th century
An elegant pair of Victorian opaline glass vases of slender baluster form, each with a rounded bulbous body rising to a long, tapering neck and gently flared rim.
The opaque ivory-coloured glass delicately hand-painted with sprays of blue and violet flowers amongst finely rendered foliage in shades of green, olive and brown. The floral decoration is enriched with subtle gilt highlights and fine linear detailing, lending depth and delicacy to the composition.
The necks are embellished with a band of raised coloured dots, whilst the flared rims and circular bases are accented with dark borders and traces of gilding.
The graceful proportions, restrained colour palette and naturalistic floral ornament are characteristic of the decorative taste of the late Victorian period, recalling French opaline glass of the late 19th century.
An attractive and harmonious pair, equally suited to a traditional interior or a collection of decorative European glass.
Each measuring approximately 21 cm in height and 9 cm in diameter.
In excellent antique condition, with minimal signs of age and handling. Please refer to the photographs for further details.
Seller's Story
An eclectic collection of antiques and decorative objects, reflecting the character, charm and understated elegance of the English country house.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Victorian
Glass type
Opaline glass
Title additional information
Victorian hand painted
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Glass
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
21 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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