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Stunning Matched Pair of Antique Blue Opaline Glass Vases – Hand-Painted Bird & Floral MotifAbsolutely gorgeous matched pair of substantial blue opaline glass vases featuring beautifully detailed hand-painted enamel decoration with a charming songbird, foliage, blossoms, and rich gilt/gold accents.These have a wonderful late Victorian / Belle Époque aesthetic and are the kind of statement pieces that would look beautiful displayed on a mantel, bookshelf, cabinet, or in an antique or vintage-inspired collection.The semi-opaque French blue glass is especially striking, with decorative raised/enamel-painted details and gold/gilt trim around the rims and pedestal-style bases.Sold as a matched pair – 2 vases total.Details* Style/Era: Late Victorian / Belle Époque aesthetic, approximately late 19th to early 20th century
* Material: Blue opaline glass with hand-painted enamel decoration and gilt/gold detailing
* Color: French blue / vibrant blue with white, floral, foliage and gold accents
* Design: Bird/songbird, blossoms, grasses and foliage
* Shape: Rectangular/pedestal-style form
* Height: Approximately 10 3/4 inches each
* Width: Approximately 3 3/4 inches
* Quantity: Matched pair – 2 vasesConditionThese are not perfect condition, and I have photographed the imperfections so they can be clearly seen before purchase.There is some age-related flaking/wear to the gold/gilt decoration. One vase has a small area where the gold decoration is missing along with a small chip to the glass, as shown in the close-up photos. There is also a very small chip/flea-bite to the interior edge of that same vase, also photographed.There is some minor discoloration/wear to the glass, visible in the photographs.No other cracks or major structural damage are noted.Please examine all photos carefully, as the photographs are considered part of the description and show the exact condition of both vases.These are being offered as a decorative antique/older art-glass matched pair, with their beautiful age, character and imperfections intact.A gorgeous choice for collectors of opaline glass, Victorian art glass, French-inspired antiques, Belle Époque decor, birds & blooms, or maximalist antique interiors.
