New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Vase

Manufacturer Cristallerie d'Émile Gallé (French, 19th Century)

CultureFrench

DateUnknown

MediumMold blown glass | Gilt

DimensionsOverall: 8 1/4 in. (21 cm)
Overall, Rim: 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
Base: 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm)

InscribedEngraved across bottom entwined with a stem and leaves: "Cristallerie d'Emile Gallé modele et décor déposès".

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.6411

On View

Chrysler Museum of Art, Gallery 116-8, Case 48

DescriptionVase of amber mold blown ribbed glass. Gourd or squat bulbous shaped with a flaring rim. Enameled with three applied centers for blossoms. Somber shades of mauve, yellow, tan, brown and gilt in a chrysanthemum floral design. Polished pontil.

Label TextCristallerie d'Emile Gallé Nancy, France Vase, ca. 1878-84 Mold-blown glass; enameled Gift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. 71.6411