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Frosted glass vase with poppy flower motif and ormolu bronze mounts

Frosted glass vase with poppy flower motif and ormolu bronze mounts

Selling Price

$250

History

This frosted satin glass vase with embossed poppy decoration represents the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods' fascination with naturalistic floral motifs, popular from the 1920s through the 1940s. American glass companies like Consolidated Glass Company and Tiffin Glass, as well as European manufacturers such as Czech Barolac, produced these elegant frosted vases with applied bronze or ormolu metal fittings. The combination of delicate satin-finished glass with ornate metalwork created luxurious decorative pieces for the home. These vases are highly sought after by collectors of American art glass, Art Deco decorative arts enthusiasts, and antique glass specialists. The frosted poppy pattern combined with quality ormolu mounts makes these pieces particularly desirable for their elegant aesthetic and craftsmanship. Collectors appreciate these vases for their historical significance as examples of early-to-mid 20th century American decorative glass production and their timeless beauty as display pieces.

Origin

United States

Maker

Likely Consolidated Glass Company or Tiffin Glass

Time period

circa 1920–1940