Emile GALLE (1846 - 1904)
"Heraldic Lion".
Important amber transparent glass ceremonial vase, with two openwork handles applied by heat.
The ovoid body has a straight shoulder neck and a recessed circular base, hemmed and rubbed with gold.
Rich decoration covering a heraldic lion, fleur-de-lys and stylized floral motifs, enamelled polychrome with numerous golden highlights.
Signed "E.Gallé à Nancy" enamelled, under the base.
Original label "Escalier de Cristal".
H : 22 cm, D : 35 cm
(minor defects to a handle)
An "Heraldic Lion" amber tainted translucent glass vase by Emile Gallé, with two hot applied coves and a rich enamelled decoration of heraldic lions, stylized lily flowers and plants with gold highlights.
Signed "E.Gallé à Nancy" under the base.
H : 8,66 inch; D : 13,78 inch
(a slight default on one cove)
