Beautiful Vintage German Cut-to-Clear Art Glass Vase – ILM Kristall (Ilmenau, Thuringia, Germany) Dated Mid-20th Century (Circa 1950s–1960s) Double-layered overlay glass (Cased crystal) Mouth-blown, hand-cut, and hand-painted. Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of age and wear to the gilt details. No chips, cracks, or restorations. Common impression is great. An exquisite example of Mid-Century German glass craftsmanship from the renowned ILM Kristall manufacture in Ilmenau. This elegant vase features a complex double-layer design (overlay glass) consisting of an inner rich colored dark green glass layer coated in an outer milky white opal casing. The distinctive "windows" are precisely hand-cut using the classic "cut-to-clear" technique to reveal the vivid, luminous colored crystal underneath. The body is beautifully adorned with intricate, hand-painted polychrome enamel floral bouquets, showcasing exceptional attention to detail, complemented by delicate 24-karat gold-gilded rims and accents. A striking collector's piece that perfectly embodies the timeless European craftsmanship of Thuringian art glass. Approximate dimensions: Height: ca. 21 cm. Diameter max: 9 cm. Weight: 830 g. All information provided to the best of my knowledge and belief. Pictures are part of description. This lot will be carefully packaged and send by registered mail.