A large Daum Nancy 'Lilies' cameo glass vase, French, circa 1900

THE HANS & GETRUD MUELLER COLLECTION, SYDNEY

the tapering cylindrical body with an acid-etched and enamelled design, on a graduating mauve ground, above a lobed foot, inscribed 'Daum Nancy' to the underside
56.5 cm high

• Lot Sold $7,500 (Hammer Price)
• $9,150 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)

Provenance

Decorative Arts & Antique Furniture, James R. Lawson, Sydney, 7 December 1993, lot 34
Mr Hans Mueller and Mrs Gertrud Mueller, Sydney, acquired from the above

Condition Report

The flowers should actually be described as Violets. Top rim consistent and in good order; small area of residue from a previous old sticker or tape beneath the rim. Surface grime and dust to the interior. Discolouration/greying to the green enamel on the top side of the foot, possibly evidence of fading from prolonged contact with sunlight. Light to medium wear and losses to the painted decoration on the body in places, and possible areas of minor re-touching. Factory mark to the underside faint but legible.

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