{"product_id":"item-79-crystal-and-brass-ormolu-style-bud-vase","title":"Vintage French Pressed Crystal Bud Vase with Gilt Brass Foot","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA slim faceted glass vase raised on a gilt brass foot, the sort of piece that reads as far more expensive than it is. The whole body is worked in a tight allover diamond point pattern that catches light from every angle, and the rim finishes in a sawtooth crown of points. The brass foot ring is set with small cast shells at intervals. It holds a single stem or a few, and earns its place on a mantel or shelf whether or not there are flowers in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Dimensions | 10.25 in H x 4.25 in D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Surface | Original glass and gilt finish, unpolished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Primary Material | Pressed lead crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Period | Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Date | Mid-20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Origin | France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Style | Neoclassical taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Also Known As | bud vase, stem vase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Mount | Gilt brass foot ring with cast shell ornament\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Construction | Mold-formed with allover diamond point pattern and sawtooth rim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[d]Secondary Material | Gilt brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e[condition]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe vase is in good vintage condition and displays well. The glass is bright and clear with strong light return through the diamond point pattern. The sawtooth rim is intact around its full circumference with no chips or losses that I can find. The body shows the light surface scratching and a little interior cloudiness normal for a vintage vase that has held water and been handled. There is a small amount of dark speckling visible against the glass in a couple of the photos, which is minor and does not read at display distance. The gilt brass foot ring is secure to the glass and sits flat. The gilt on the brass shows light rubbing and wear consistent with age, with some softening of the finish along the high points. The cast shell ornaments are all present. The star cut underside of the foot is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAttribution note: this is assessed from photographs and construction. The glass carries a mold seam through the base and the facets are mold formed rather than wheel cut, which places it as pressed rather than hand cut. It has a light ring and some weight, consistent with lead content, so it is described as pressed lead crystal. There is no maker's mark. Origin is given as France on the character of the mount and pattern; it is not confirmed by a mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#79\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51482659258646,"sku":"AMD-03518","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/Belgium_FranceInventoryContinued-11202.jpg?v=1785705664","url":"https:\/\/austynmariedesign.com\/products\/item-79-crystal-and-brass-ormolu-style-bud-vase","provider":"Austyn Marie Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}