A large Daum Nancy 'Columbines' cameo glass vase, French, circa 1915

THE HANS & GETRUD MUELLER COLLECTION, SYDNEY

the slender baluster body with an enamelled and acid-etched cameo design, on a mottled ground, above a spreading circular foot, acid-etched 'DAUM NANCY' and the Cross of Lorraine
53.5 cm high

Provenance

Decorative Arts, Furniture, Silver & Jewellery, Arms & Edged Weapons, Christie's Australia, Melbourne, 11 September 1995, lot 24
Mr Hans Mueller and Mrs Gertrud Mueller, Sydney, acquired from the above

Condition Report

Cluster of bubbling to the inside surface of the rim, approximately 3cm long, not apparent from the exterior. Grime and surface dirt to the interior, consistent with use over time. Painted decoration generally in good order. Heavy surface wear and areas of loss to the painted decoration on the upperside of the foot; painted decoration to the rest of the body in good order overall with only light wear and losses in places. Factory marks clear.

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