Pair Of Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Glass Plate.
Europe, likely Germany, circa 1860.
This is a RARE and ANTIQUE pair, of Bohemian Ruby Red glass plates.
Most likely done for the Middle East market ( Egyptian, Persian or Turkish ).
Gold and white enamel decoration all over.
Very heavy crystal ( glass ), hand blown and hand polished to nearly perfection.
Please see photos carefully to admire the beauty of the work.
Dimensions :
H : 1 inch ( 2.5 cm )
Diameter : 7 inches ( 18 cm )
Weight : first one : 11.5 oz ( 326 grams )
Second : 12 oz ( 340 grams )
Difference in weight reflects the hand blown technique.
The heavy weight is very important to determine the age.
Round shape.
Condition report :
Rubbing to the gold enamel ( specially at the edges ).
White enamel well preserved.
Tiny chips at the edges ( see photos ).
Scratches underside.
No cracks or damage.
Clean and ready to be placed.
GOOD CONDITION