Antique Flint Glass Celery Vase – Etched Fisherman, C 1870

Description: This is a stunning Flint glass celery vase with cut scalloped rim, etched foot and diamond point hatch to back. The front of the vase has a scrolling feathered foliate frame containing a beautifully detailed engraved figure of a man in a hat and tail coat with fishing rod and lure standing on a bank with long grass. Smoothed polished pontil. Unmarked. The vase measures approximately 7.5 inches high with a 3 7/8 inch diameter opening and a 3.25 inch foot. Unmarked, but with a nice ring when tapped. No chips or cracks. Normal wear to the bottom of foot. Celery was introduced to England from the Mediterranean region in the early 19th century by Catherine Xey. Farmers began cultivating celery in eastern England. It was hard to grow, making it a luxury food item. As a result, upper and middle class Victorian households would display their raw celery in special vases. Provenance: deaccessioned from the Fine Art Museums of San Francisco. Museum inventory number painted on foot but is not permanent and can be removed. The item(s) are antique and sold as is/as found unless otherwise noted. Because they are old, they were used and will not look new or new-like. They likely show wear, fading, scratches, chips, cracks, past repair/restoration, original imperfections and/or damage from normal use. Significant issues are shown in photos. Examine photos carefully as they are part of the description. Imperfections were factored into pricing. No returns or refunds. Items sold for $100 or more may be shipped with insurance and signature requirement. No responsibility for loss, theft or damage that occurs AFTER your purchase has been delivered to the address you have provided. Any damage to purchase must be reported immediately and photos provided of both the exterior of the box and the damaged item to facilitate the filing of a claim.

Price: 295 USD

Location: Oakland, California

End Time: 2024-12-03T18:37:01.000Z

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