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Lot 50:
Victorian Hand-Painted Opaque Glass Mantle Lustre
Description
A Victorian-period mantle lustre, likely of Bohemian or Bristol origin, crafted from cream-coloured opaque glass. The vessel features a lobed and scalloped rim above a tapering body and a circular pedestal base. The exterior is decorated with hand-painted enamel floral sprays in shades of pink, blue, and green, further embellished with gilt scrollwork and trim. Suspended from the rim are multiple long, notched, and pointed clear cut-glass prisms attached by metal wires. The glass exhibits characteristics consistent with late 19th-century production and may contain uranium, typical of opaline glass from this era. Height: approximately 11.5 inches.
Condition report:
The lustre is in good antique condition with surface wear consistent with age. There is minor loss to the gilt decoration and enamel motifs. The glass body is free from significant chips or cracks. The cut-glass prisms are largely intact, though some exhibit minor nibbles to the sharp edges. A lot tag is adhered to the upper section. No maker\'s marks or signatures are visible.
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