Carl Meltzer ART DECO glass vase I Glaswerke Schmiedefeld I design vase - hand-cut crystal glass, boho glass, vintage red

This beautiful crystal vase was designed by Carl Meltzer in Bohemia at the beginning of the 20th century. It was most likely manufactured by the Schmiedefeld glassworks in the 1950s or 1960s. Hand-cut collector's item without signature.

Octagonal in shape, this vase, made of transparent crystal glass, features five recessed horizontal rings in shades of red. The clear crystal glass has been hand-cut with facets. A wonderful play of colors and beautiful optical effects—especially under the right lighting.

Dimensions (H x W x D): 23.5 x 9 x 9 cm, 1150 g

Very good, undamaged condition. As with any older glass object that has been in use, slight signs of age and use may be found. These include, in particular, moderate sliding marks on the base.