Turn of the century Art Nouveau vase with hand painted floral gilt decoration. Ribbed optic with sponged gilt around the flared rim. Large polished pontil with the number "30" painted in the middle. There's also a number of strange engraved symbols which I assume are the artist's initials. A similar vase can be seen on page 139 of Truitt's "Collectible Bohemian Glass 1880 - 1940". Excellent shape except for what appears to be a light paint smear on the backside (visible on the third photo) . I've haven't tried to remove it.

Item# 154
Origin: Bohemia
Maker: ???
Dimensions: 9.75 in. tall, 3.75 in. wide
Color: Clear with applied gilt
Age: 1895 - 1905
Price: $95 US.

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