This vase is crafted from Bohemian glass using the white cut-to-ruby technique, where an opaque white outer layer is selectively cut away to reveal the ruby-red glass beneath. The elongated baluster form is supported by a circular foot and flares outward at the neck. Both the rim and base are finished with gilded borders, framing the decorative elements. The central body features a symmetrical arrangement of stylized quatrefoils and elongated teardrops, with gilded scrollwork encircling the midsection.
The decoration is executed through wheel-cut and acid-etched techniques, creating precise openings in the white overlay to expose the ruby-red glass. This method results in sharply defined motifs that contrast against the opaque surface. The polished cut areas catch and refract light, adding dimension to the design. Gilded accents further embellish the foot and rim, reinforcing the structured geometry of the pattern.
Bohemian glassmakers in the 19th and early 20th centuries were renowned for their expertise in cut-to-clear glass, particularly in workshops in Haida and Steinschönau. This vase exemplifies the technical refinement associated with these centers, where skilled artisans specialized in overlay glass and intricate cutting. The combination of bold coloration, precise craftsmanship, and gilded ornamentation reflects the luxurious decorative styles produced by leading Bohemian glasshouses.
