Cameo Ruby Glass Portrait Vases with Gilt Decoration
Pair cameo ruby glass portrait vases gilt decoration to ruby glass footed vases, each with painted portrait in cartouche, height 10.63 in. each.
You must be a subscriber, and be logged in to view price and dealer details.
Register Now to view actual auction price for this item.
- Cartouche - An ornamental panel in the form of of a shield, oval or rectangular scroll with curling edges. It may be carved into the back of a chair or the top of a sideboard, or present on a piece of silver or jewellery, and contain the initials of the original owner, heraldic symbols, or some other inscription, such as the details of a presentation.
In ceramics the term defines the central area of a vase or similar with a decorative border in one of the shapes above, into which a decorative scene or figures have been painted.
This item has been included into following indexes:
