Legras Red Opaline Secessionist Glass Vase c1890

Description

Heading : A stunning Legras opaline glass vase
Date : c1890
Origin : Legras. France
Colour : Red with raised gilded decoration 
Body : Decor of lotus flowers emerging in light golden relief on a bright red background.
Pontil : Ground and polished
Glass Type : Lead free crystal
Size : 26cm tall. 9cm bowl. 8cm foot
Condition : Excellent
Restoration : None
Weight : 545gms

This design was first presented at the World Fair in 1889. Early Secessionist style.

References. Legras Glassmaker- Michel. Fouchet.

Verrerie- Argus Velentines