Item: WINE SET "ROYAL" - DECANTER + 6 SHOT GLASSES + TRAY, CASED CRYSTAL / CUT TO CLEAR OVERLAY,  BLACK, NEW, RUSSIA

The set is a rare example of Russian black cased crystal. Black overlay was not traditional for the crystal production in Russia and could be considered as an attempt of innovation. Nevertheless, Russian artisans has perfectly done their job.

The item includes:

1 Decanter with a lid - 370 mm (14.6") tall, without lid 280 mm tall; 145 mm (5.7") in widest diameter, capacity 570 ml; weight - 1900 g

4 Shot glasses - 98 mm (3.9") tall, 67 mm (2.7") in diameter at the rim; capacity 75 ml, weight -280 g each.

1 Tray - 312 mm (12.3") in diameter, 57 mm tall; weight - 2350 g

Material: cased crystal (24% lead oxide)

BRAND: GUS-KHRUSTALNY

This is the finest Russian cut to clear overlay/ cased lead crystal, mouth-blown and hand-cut. Heavy item.

This set is an example of what the best cased crystal should be, it was made in traditional technology with a deep masterly hand cut through the black overlay. Items like this are unique, they were never mass produced but only made by a special order.  Each of such items has a unique hand cut pattern depending on fantasy and skill of a Russian artisan, the pattern was never repeated exactly the same. This particular set were made in 2008, last days when the factory worked at full capacity; unfortunately, since that time the production was declined.  

Cased crystal items look much better in reality than in photos, because photos do not show light playing through overlay and cuts. We are sure if you decide to buy cased crystal item based on photos you will be much happier when you receive a real item. If you need more pictures or item's details, please do not hesitate to contact  the seller.


Gus-Khrustalny Crystal Factory - the Russian market leader in manufacturing of crystal, cased crystal which are rich in decor and cutting, and artistic ware. Gus - Khrustalny is "a pure Russian crystal producer" working with exceptionally Russian raw materials and fuel, and also with only Russian staff. The present level of experts and artistic team training guarantees high quality of produced ware. The products of the factory can be easily distinguished by their beauty, elegance, originality and virtuosity of performance, variety of forms, colour spectrum and decor.

The plant was founded in 1756 by a merchant Akim V. Maltsov.
In 1857 the Crystal Factory was granted with permission to depict the State Coat of Arms of Russia on the produced items. The plant executed the orders of Tsar's Court and supplied unique crystal products for the Shah of Iran.  At the Universal exhibition in Paris in 1900 the Factory has won the highest prize "Grand Prix".


TERMS OF SALE

New items are in brand new condition.  All items are undergone a quality control check at the factory. Common non-damage occurrences can happen during the production of glassware, such as furnace ash, minor internal bubbles. These are not considered damage and are therefore not included in the item's descriptions. Photographs provided form part of the description.


INSURANCE INCLUDED. Dealing with insurance is on us.


Payment is required within 3 days. Payment can be made by PayPal or Bank deposit.

Sending time.   Items are packed & posted within 2 business days after receiving cleared payment. PayPal payments clear instantly, however PayPal eCheque payments take around 7 days to clear. Bank deposit can take up to two to clear. PayPal is preferable option.

Online tracking is available for AusPost Express Post International Parcel and for AusPost Express Courier International Parcel.

Returns accepted within 30 days of purchase, money back.  Items need to be returned unused and in the original packing material -to ensure they arrive back to us without damage. Buyer pays return postage. 


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