Description: Loetz Conch Shell Glass Vase c. 1897-1898 Austria Austrian Early Loetz vase, shell form in iridescent pearlized decoration known as Search gallery...Zephyr Chiné 4.5”h, minor chips to foot and top rim ( see pictures ) This antique Bohemia, around 1897, rare Loetz vase in the shape of shell, white opal glass and pink ( this is a very rare combination), Artist Johann Loetz WitweJohann Loetz Witwe glassworksca. 1897Glass is mouthblown and iridescent The conch shell shape was one the most popular motifs in the series of naturalistic glasses produced by the glass manufacture Johann Loetz Witwe. Seashells show many different decorations, among them the types Neptun, Diaspora, Astraä, several different Phenomen decorations, Chiné and Papillon. What is striking about this piece is the flowing decoration that adapts organically to the shape of the vase. Individual light pink coloured Seaweeds, which stand out against the pearl color background, are reminiscent of air bubbles in water and give the impression that the vase is in its natural environment.
Price: 699.99 USD
Location: Ridgewood, New York
End Time: 2025-01-17T14:49:53.000Z
Shipping Cost: 30 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Pattern: Shells
Subject: Shell
Country/Region of Origin: Czech Republic
Material: Glass
Glassmaking Technique: Hand Blown
Type of Glass: Hand Blown Glass
Year Manufactured: 1897
Model: Conch shell vase
Production Style: Art Glass
Subject/Theme: Shell / Conch
Brand: Loetz
Style: Art Nouveau
Color: Pink $ pearl
Type: Vase
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
