Bowl
Manufacturer
Cristallerie d'Émile Gallé
(French, 19th Century)
CultureFrench
DateUnknown
MediumGlass
DimensionsOverall: 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm)
Overall, Rim: 8 1/2 x 13 1/4 in. (21.6 x 33.7 cm)
Base: 7 7/8 x 11 3/4 in. (20 x 29.8 cm)
Overall, Rim: 8 1/2 x 13 1/4 in. (21.6 x 33.7 cm)
Base: 7 7/8 x 11 3/4 in. (20 x 29.8 cm)
InscribedEngraved on bottom edge: "E Gallé à Nancy".
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.6405
Not on view
DescriptionBowl of amber glass with an oval bulging center. Enameled all over with various bugs in various sizes. Large grasshopper in a medallion on one long side and a beetle on the other. Somber mauves, black, white, brown and gilt.Label TextCristallerie d'Emile Gallé Nancy, France Bowl, ca. 1878-90 Blown glass; enameled Gift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. 71.6405
Cristallerie d'Émile Gallé
Cristallerie d'Émile Gallé