Topic: Opalescent Uranium Glass vase on Silver Plated Stand 1892

[flying free]

see explanation above and also this one I used to have - also with flared rim

http://www.glassmessages.com/index.php/topic,55375.msg313877.html#msg313877

[brucebanner]

A very common modern candle holder shape, saw two different styles today in charity shops, both in metal standing frames.

http://www.save-on-crafts.com/candlehanging.html

I can understand putting an odd staple or wooden base to repair and reuse glass but not going to the lengths of making a contemporary frame for a broken piece unless it had some massive sentimental value.

This link shows how it could be held.

http://www.antiques-atlas.com/antique/edwardian_etched_glass_lantern_shade/ac049a786

[flying free]

The rims on the holder you show look fire polished - are they?
Still curious to know what the rim on the original piece is like.
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[brucebanner]

Yes, fire polished, I would not have been able to part with yours quality glass like your cameo do not grow on trees, Roy's would be a keeper as well very nice and unusual.

[mhgcgolfclub]

Thanks for all your replies while I have been stodging about in the snow on the golf course.

Firstly the height of the glass is 7.25" and I would say the rim is mat and unpolished from what I can see.

Nigel you may well be right with what you say I am really not sure myself. I would think the stand was designed at least for some type of glass liner even if its not the correct one.

I bought the item in Arundel from a charity shop which has an antique shop either side so did not pay a lot for it.
There are other similar shape vases in metal stands in the Whitefriars book.
It seems to be a shape which was used in metal stands, lamp shades and vases.

Even if its not the correct vase for the stand it would seem to be a pretty good replacement .
I have added a picture of the rim but its not that clear so may try to add a better one later

Thanks Roy

[nigelbenson]

I am sure that the frame was designed to take a piece of glass Often the original gets broken, or separated during moves, etc., and another item is used to replace it. And yes, it should be a good fit, otherwise it would be very obvious. I have known dealers buy frames specifically to upgrade them by finding an item that would make the piece 'whole' again, so getting the required uplift on the sale price. It's been done for many years, which is why I habitually question framed pieces 

It works sufficiently, so, happy days

Nigel