Antique Bohemian 'milchglas' tureen with cover and stand

£6,500

This superb Bohemian tureen is an excellent example of finely wrought 'milchglas' work, a technique that renders white glass translucent but opaque.

 

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Description

This fine Bohemian tureen is crafted from the opaque, yet somewhat translucent glass called ‘milchglass’. The tureen, which features a wavy parcel gilt rim, is adorned with vignettes of courting couples and garden scenes, together with displays of flowers and birds. The domed cover is similarly adorned, while the stand is edged with a similar wavy parcel gilt rim and further scenes of courtly figures and floral bouquets.

Details

Country of Origin
Bohemian
Date of Manufacture
18th Century
Period
18th Century and Earlier
Style
Floral
Material
Glass
Colour
Gold, Multi-coloured, White

Dimensions

Height
21 cm / 8.3 inches
Width
31.5 cm / 12.2 inches
Depth
25 cm / 9.8 inches

Reference:
8980

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