Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A striking hand-blown cobalt blue glass urn-shaped vase featuring intricate silver overlay decoration depicting a majestic peacock perched on a branch. The deep jewel-tone glass provides a dramatic contrast to the detailed metallic embellishments running along the body and rim.
Story
During the Roaring Twenties, cobalt blue glass adorned with silver overlay became the ultimate symbol of Hollywood Regency glamour. Artisans used electroplating techniques to permanently bond precious metal designs onto vivid hand-blown glass vessel surfaces.
Maker / Origin
While unsigned silver overlay glass was produced by prominent American firms like the Rockwell Silver Company and Silver City Glass Co., European workshops in Bohemia and Murano also produced similar export pieces. These makers specialized in electro-depositing pure silver filigree and intricate bird motifs onto brilliant colored glass bodies.
Condition & Value
The cobalt glass body appears intact without visible cracks. There is noticeable rubbing, tarnishing, and minor loss to the silver overlay band near the bulbous base and upper rim, which moderately impacts collector value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.