Emile Gallé (1846-1904) Cameo Glass Vase of Ovoid Form, Decorated with Wild Flowers
A beautiful Art Nouveau cameo glass vase by Émile Gallé. The vase has been carved in a wild flower design with a deep purple surface giving way to a frosted clear glass beneath. The frosting gives the vase a rich velvety texture which compliments the gloss of the surface decoration adding a sense of depth to the piece.
The vase is signed "Galle" to the front below one of the long curled leaves which wrap around the edges of the piece. The detailing to the flowers is just exquisite.
The piece is in an ovoid form with a narrow neck and swell towards the base of the piece.
~ Dimensions ~
The vase stands at 5 inches (12.5cm), the mouth of the vase measures 1 inch (2.5cm), the base measures 2 inches (5cm). This vase weighs 180g.
~ Condition ~
The piece is in beautiful condition for its age with no chips or damages to note. The piece is clean with details intact.
