Cranberry Glass and Silver Overlay Vase by Alvin

Cranberry Glass and Silver Overlay Vase by Alvin

  • This exquisite art glass vase with silver overlay is the work of Alvin of Providence, RI
  • Crafted of vibrant cranberry glass, a silver design of trailing roses envelops the vase
  • This particular vase is distinguished by the inclusion of silver and its artistry
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Item No. 31-3671
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A paragon of art glass artistry, this vase combines the beauty of the jewel-toned glass with the brilliance of silver. It was crafted by Alvin Manufacturing Company of Providence, RI, and the cranberry glass features a finely etched silver overlay of trellising roses enveloping the entire form through which the rich tones of the glass emerge. The inclusion of precious silver makes this vase one of the most incredible art glass creations by Alvin on the market. A similar silver overlay art glass vase from Alvin resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York).

Marked "Patented, R3349, 999/1000 Fine, A"

Circa 1900

8" diameter x 6 1/4" high
Cranberry Glass and Silver Overlay Vase by Alvin
Period: 20th Century
Origin: America
Type: Vases/Rose Bowls
Depth: 8.0 Inches
Width: 8.0 Inches
Height: 6.25 Inches
Style: Art Glass
Cranberry Glass and Silver Overlay Vase by Alvin
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