
Large Loetz Red Lobed Carneol Vase, 6"
Loetz
Large Loetz Red Carneol Vase, 6", c. 1888
Carneol glass was extremely popular in the 1880s-1890s due to its exhibitions at the Paris World's Fair and the Columbian exhibition in Chicago. Made to resemble semi-precious stones (carnelian, malachite, lapis lazuli, etc) the pieces generally had a classical influence with applied gilding and glass "stones."
6.5" x 6" h.; Unsigned.
Very good condition. Minor wear to gilding. One stone missing.
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