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Why is Czech glass famous?

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Why is Czech glass famous?
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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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.
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2010s Czech Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Hoffmann and Schlevogt Art Nouveau Malachite Glass Trinket Box
By Curt Schlevogt
Located in Lucenec, SK
Fantastic example of a I. Heinrich Hoffmann Czech Art Deco malachite glass high relief reclining nude trinket box. It's done in beautiful green Czechoslovakian malachite glass with n...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes

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Malachite

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

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Luigi i Murano Glass Suspension Pendant Light by Borek Sipek for Driade, Italy
By Driade, B. Sipek
Located in Lisse, NL
Large in size and stunning design, bouquet of flowers and six light chandelier. This entirely hand-crafted chandelier is another one of our recent statement-piece-finds. This rare a...
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Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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

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Cut Glass

Glass Perfume Bottle with Mary Gregory White Enameled Boy, circa 1900
By Mary Gregory
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful clear glass perfume or scent bottle with "Mary Gregory" white enameled decoration of a boy playing. We date this piece to circa 1900 and probably made in Bohemia,...
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Antique Late 19th Century Czech Victorian Bottles

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Glass

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