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Why is Czech glass famous?
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Czech glass is famous because of its quality and heritage. The tradition of glassmaking in the area actually predates the formation of Czechoslovakia, having originated there in the 13th century. Over the years, Czech artisans have produced glassware prized for its clarity and intricate cuts. Part of the reason why glassmaking became so prevalent in what is now the Czech Republic is that the country is home to the raw materials used in the process, such as potash and quartz. Explore a selection of Czech glass on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
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Early Bohemian Enamel Moser large, Bronze Metal Mounted Box and Lid, 1895
By Moser Glassworks
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Exceptional vibrant pink floral enamelled basket box and fitted cover with orate bent metal (bronze) fitments with fine detaileled leaf patterns by Moser c 1895. An amazing high quality piece decorated in polychrome enamel posies of flowers, a rare shape with elongated rounded lid and base mounted on bronze bent metal feet and side handles - Often boxes like this show stress on the metal hinges and catches -due to the weight of the glass - but this has been well protected for 130 years and is in amazing condition. Possibly this was originally meant as a sugar casket...
Category
Antique 1890s Czech Arts and Crafts Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Franz Welz Czech Art Deco Blue & Black Tango Glass Vase
Located in Bolton, GB
A superb 1930's Czech/Bohemian pale blue blown glass vase with applied black glass rim. This is a known shape made by Franz Welz, which is shown in the Welz Facebook group. Known as ...
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Bohemian Loetz Art Nouveau Candia Papillon Glass Vase c1898
By Loetz Glass
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A fabulous and cute Art Nouveau Candia (gold on clear) Papillon (Butterfly wing) vase. This iridised finish was first created by Loetz in 1898 and dates to around that period. The va...
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Antique 1890s Czech Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Harrachov Czech Pink Opalescent Glass 'Floret' Vase by Milan Metelak
By Harrach Glassworks
Located in Bolton, GB
A wonderful Czech pink & opalescent white glass 'Floret' vase with olives pattern. Made by the Harrachov glassworks, and designed by Milan Metelak in 196...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Moser Large Pair Amethyst Pedestal Glass Vases with Chinese Designs
By Moser Glassworks
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and large pair Moser amethyst glass vases with gilded chinoiserie patterns dating from around 1910. These tall glass vases Stand on...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Cut Glass
Green/Blue Glass Bowl Art Nouveau Style
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand blown green/blue glass bowl contemporary made but in an Art Nouveau Style by a small glass workshop in Czech Republic. Another colors or forms on request possible.
Category
2010s Czech Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
