Very Rare Franz Josef Palme Signed Webb Rock Crystal Bowls c1905

Heading : Pair Franz Josef Palme Signed Webb ‘Rock Crystal’ Bowls
Period : Edward VII
Origin : Thomas Webb and Sone. England
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Ribbed and waisted form. Sweeping cuts form floral stems which twist around each bowl. Pattern number 26500. Signed J Palme and with WEBB acid etched marks
Pontil : Polished
Glass Type : Full lead crystal
Size :  Height 6.6cm. diameter 12.5cm
Condition : Exemplary
Restoration : None
Weight: 694 grams

Additional Information : Franz Josef Palme was a Bohemian wheel engraver from Steinschönau who joined Thomas Webb & Co in 1882. Palme helped to give Stourbridge its reputation for the highest quality of glass engraving.

References : For an exmaple of J.Palme engraving please see – 20th Century Brittish Glass by Charles R.Hajdamach – Page 241 plate 503