Portieux–Vallérysthal (attribué) - Vase (2) - Opaline glass, “Rice Dough” - Pair of opaline vases
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This pair of opaque celestial-blue opaline glass vases, with whitish streaks, flared trumpet-shaped bodies, applied rings and bulbous feet, is attributed to Portieux–Vallérysthal and dated to the 19th–20th century.
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Elegant pair of opaline opaque blue glass vases, presenting a bell-shaped silhouette flaring, outlined by a circular ring molded in the body of the glass and resting on a bulbous foot.
The material is distinguished by its periwinkle blue tint, milky nuances and delicate white filaments trapped in the glass mass.
Technique and manufacturing:
The two vases feature a raw pontil scar under their base, a characteristic compatible with blown glassmaking and hand finishing.
The circular ring is integrated into the wall and perceptible on the interior, bearing witness to hot glass forming.
Origin and historical documentation:
These pieces evoke traditional productions of the French glassworks Portieux and Vallérysthal.
The Portieux historical price list of 1886 expressly lists color No. 15, “sky blue, pâte de riz,” corresponding to a family of opaque colored glasses.
The Portieux catalog of 1933, plate 333 “Vases 21,” presents several comparable silhouettes, with flared bodies, annular rings and widened feet.
These documentary parallels are offered for comparative purposes. The manufacture and exact dating of this pair are not certified.
Characteristics
* Pair of two matching vases.
* Material: opaque blue opaline glass.
* Technique: blowing with probable hand finishing.
* Color: sky blue, periwinkle nuances.
* Decor: whitish filaments in the mass.
* Height: 24.5 cm each.
* Opening diameter: 12.5 cm.
* Probable origin: European glassworks.
* Period: 19th–20th century, to be specified.
* Manufacture: European workmanship evoking the historical productions of Portieux–Vallérysthal.
Condition report:
Shiny surface, with irregularities in the material. Pontil scars with small glass removals visible under the bases, visible in the photographs. Condition of the openings and possible absence of cracks to be confirmed before publication.
A pair with timeless charm, interesting for opaline lovers, traditional glassware and decorative arts.
Sale of the two vases together. Shipments carefully protected.
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Elegant pair of opaline opaque blue glass vases, presenting a bell-shaped silhouette flaring, outlined by a circular ring molded in the body of the glass and resting on a bulbous foot.
The material is distinguished by its periwinkle blue tint, milky nuances and delicate white filaments trapped in the glass mass.
Technique and manufacturing:
The two vases feature a raw pontil scar under their base, a characteristic compatible with blown glassmaking and hand finishing.
The circular ring is integrated into the wall and perceptible on the interior, bearing witness to hot glass forming.
Origin and historical documentation:
These pieces evoke traditional productions of the French glassworks Portieux and Vallérysthal.
The Portieux historical price list of 1886 expressly lists color No. 15, “sky blue, pâte de riz,” corresponding to a family of opaque colored glasses.
The Portieux catalog of 1933, plate 333 “Vases 21,” presents several comparable silhouettes, with flared bodies, annular rings and widened feet.
These documentary parallels are offered for comparative purposes. The manufacture and exact dating of this pair are not certified.
Characteristics
* Pair of two matching vases.
* Material: opaque blue opaline glass.
* Technique: blowing with probable hand finishing.
* Color: sky blue, periwinkle nuances.
* Decor: whitish filaments in the mass.
* Height: 24.5 cm each.
* Opening diameter: 12.5 cm.
* Probable origin: European glassworks.
* Period: 19th–20th century, to be specified.
* Manufacture: European workmanship evoking the historical productions of Portieux–Vallérysthal.
Condition report:
Shiny surface, with irregularities in the material. Pontil scars with small glass removals visible under the bases, visible in the photographs. Condition of the openings and possible absence of cracks to be confirmed before publication.
A pair with timeless charm, interesting for opaline lovers, traditional glassware and decorative arts.
Sale of the two vases together. Shipments carefully protected.
#OpalineBleue #BleuCeleste #VerreOpalin #VerrerieAncienne #PaireDeVases #VaseCornet #VaseTrompette #VerreSouffle #PontilBrut #BlueOpalineGlass #AntiqueGlassVases #BlownGlass #FrenchOpaline #TrumpetVase #Opalglas #OpalineBlauw #Portieux #Vallerysthal #VerrerieFrancaise #Antiquites #ArtsDecoratifs #VintageGlass #VerreAncien #OpalineDeFoire
Details
Era
1400-1900
Glass type
“Rice Dough”, Opaline glass
Over 200 years old
No
Title additional information
Pair of opaline vases
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Material
Blown glass, rough pontils, Glass
Manufacturer/brand
Portieux–Vallérysthal (attribué)
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
24.5 cm
Width
12.5 cm
Depth
12.5 cm
Estimated period
19th–20th century
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