Overview
A striking example of Bohemian 'cased' crystal, where a layer of opaque black glass is fused to a clear lead crystal core and then meticulously cut away.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Caesar Crystal Bohemiae Black Cased Crystal Vase
Photo reference
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Story
Deep in the heart of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, the Josefodol glassworks has been perfecting the art of 'flashing' or casing glass since 1861.
Maker / Origin
Caesar Crystal Bohemiae is one of the few remaining factories in the world specializing in high-quality cased crystal.
Condition & Value
The piece appears to be in excellent condition with the original factory label still attached. Cased crystal is significantly more expensive than standard clear crystal due to the labor-intensive cutting process.
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