Topic: Are these vases Kralik, Loetz or something else?

[rfj100]

Hi there,

I've a pair of matching vases, approx 18cm high - 2 images of them are file attached.

They were bought from a glass dealer who attributed them to Loetz. The silver top bands are very thin and hall marks are indistinguishable. There are no other markings. Colour is blue/iridescent purple

Can anyone help me attribute them to a manufacturer, identify the pattern and approximate date of manufacture?

.....from a novice who would like to collect more (if only he knew more about what to buy/avoid

Thanks in advance

[obscurities]

I, for one, am not sure who these are by. They have a resemblance to the Martelé décor by Kralik and Rindskopf. The issue I have with them being one of those two, is that the Martelé decor by the companies I am familiar with is that the decor is generally a little tighter pattern. These have some very large clear areas in the decor and that just not fall in line with Kralik & Rindskopf Martelé examples I am familiar with.   In this case, the color is also a little different. I have seen a couple of examples of this décor recently, and on this shape if memory serves me correctly.

I  can say pretty confidently that they are not Loetz.

They are, at least for me, a bit of a puzzle at the moment.

May I inquire if the rims are Silver and Hallmarked?

Period wise these are likely ca 1910. Pretty examples in a different color......  and I love pairs...

Craig

[rfj100]

Hi Craig,

Thanks for the helpful reply - if only to start ruling things out

Yes, both vases are hall-marked. The three squared marks on both vases are all worn through, although there is a bit of shape to them.

I've attached a photo which shows something to the left of the hollow squared marks that is partially readable on one of them; the other vase suggests that this is a single mark, although could contain more than one character.

Hope this helps.

Robin

[obscurities]

Bohemian glass, with rims most likely added in the UK.  There were several silversmiths in London that did this.....  ordered glass and added silver rims.