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Hyalite Glass Flacon

$8,850
£6,742.35
€7,774.20
CA$12,385.40
A$13,838.62
CHF 7,239.13
MX$169,705.79
NOK 92,502.35
SEK 87,716.73
DKK 58,023
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About the Item

This fascinating Charles X-period “cathedral” flacon has the appearance of agate, but it is actually crafted of rare red hyalite glass. The sculpted vessel rests within a patinated and gilt bronze basilica-inspired stand decorated in an openwork, Gothic-style arcade, and it was retailed by the goldsmithing shop of Grandcher of Paris. Hyalite glass was developed by Bohemian glassmaker Friedrich Egermann in the late 18th century in Haida; the artisen wanted to create glass that rivaled gemstones. He achieved this by applying a metal oxide to the surface of colorless glass in a process called “cementation,” which requires three firings and a high level of skill. Different oxides give the glass different colors, and the result impressively mimics the appearance of a semi-precious stone. Label on base reads "Grandcher, au Petit Dunkerque, rue de Richelieu No. 91, au coin de celle Menars, a Paris" Circa 1830 Measures" 2 3/4“ diameter x 11” high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Diameter: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)
  • Style:
    Charles X (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1830
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New Orleans, LA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 31-38151stDibs: LU891124867492

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