Topic: unusual 18th century Continental blue glass vase / container?

[lyndhurst44]

Hi,
This is a recent acquisition from a local flea market. The seller had no real idea where it came from and neither did I, although she did suggest France. The price was quite cheap and I was intrigued. Now perhaps one of the good members of this fantastic forum will be able to help me out with regard to identification. The glass has no "ring" when tapped hence my Continental lead free assumption
Measurements 18 cms tall rim diameter 6 cms Foot 10 cms weighs 450grammes and has internal bubbles, striations faults and a rough pontil.
Any helpful suggestions would much appreciated.
Thank You.
Bryn

[lyndhurst44]

Some more relevant photos. Sorry

[keith]

Reminds me of work by Hospodka, 20th century, Czech glass maker, I think that's his name,

[lyndhurst44]

Hi Keith,
That name is quite familiar to me. I have a copy of Mark Hills Hi Sklo Lo Sklo book and I can see where you are coming from. This piece however does have have specifics which would  general refer to a much earlier production. Not that I'm an expert in any way.😯
Many Thanks.

[Paul S.]

Hi Bryn  -  have to say that I'm also going with Keith's thoughts on date.

glass from seventeen something  -  as you're suggesting  -  is recognizable often by shape and form, and this one to me has more of a C20 abstract look to the design  -  the proportions also make me think nineteen something.
Unfortunately, the inclusions, pontil scar, striations etc. aren't conclusive when it comes to determining age, although you may well be correct in suggesting a Continental origin.
You don't mention wear, which I'm thinking might be considerable if this were well over 200 years old.

Regret I'm very dim when it comes to C18 coloured glass, but books that offer a little info on general shapes and some guidance are..........
'Coloured Glass' - David & Middlemas.............    and for a potted overview of Continental material......  Janet Seligman's translation of Gustav Weiss's volume  'the book of Glass'.

[Lustrousstone]

I too would go for 20th C. The foot is too round and has a modern edge shape for a start.

The glass has no "ring" when tapped hence my Continental lead free assumption

That's a rather big assumption...

[lyndhurst44]

Hi,
You are right whilst the base edge does have movement or shelf marks it is minimal. My friend who is also a long term member of this forum has suggested that the vase may be either Gordiola or even Mexican. He says he thinks he remembers Ivo making an ID of Mexico on this vase or rather a similar vase which may or may not have had a label.
Glad it was cheap.