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Victorian Bohemian Enameled Glass & Gilt Bronze Casket (Attributed to Moser) | c.1880–1900

Victorian Bohemian Enameled Glass & Gilt Bronze Casket (Attributed to Moser) | c.1880–1900

R 9,800.00 ZAR
R 9,800.00 ZAR
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A richly decorative late-19th-century Bohemian glass casket (hinged lidded box), crafted in deep olive glass and adorned with raised white enamel, intricate dot work, and hand-applied gilding. Mounted on ornate gilt-bronze feet, this round casket embodies the luxurious Orientalist aesthetic associated with Moser during the Victorian era.

The casket opens along its original hand-pinned hinge. A collectible piece that brings character and historical interest to any curated space.

Dimensions

- Height: 11.4 cm
- Diameter: 11.6 cm

Condition

- Very Good - Overall very good antique condition.
- Expected age-related wear to the gilding and bronze feet
- Enamel remains sharp and well-preserved
- No chips or cracks in the glass
- Hinge secure and functional
- A beautifully cared-for example with excellent visual presence.

Additional Information

* Attribution Note
- This piece is attributed to Moser based on enamel style, interior cutting, colour palette, and mount type.
- Many Moser caskets from this period were unsigned, especially export pieces.

1. Design & Features
- Deep olive-toned blown glass with exceptional clarity
- Raised white enamel petals, arranged in repeating medallions
- Fine dot detailing and gold scrollwork in classic Moser style
- Original gilt-bronze (ormolu) feet with Rococo-inspired shaping
- Smooth opening with an authentic Victorian hinge mechanism
- Round scalloped form with layered enamel and gilded borders

2. Craftsmanship
- The casket showcases the meticulous multi-layered enamelling and hand-cut detailing typical of higher-end Bohemian workshops of the period.
- The interior lid features a fully cut rosette and leaf motif—an advanced decorative technique seldom seen on generic imitations.
- The enamel is thick, crisp, and carefully applied, further supporting its attribution to Moser’s late-19th-century production.

3. Uses & Versatility
- A statement vanity or dressing-table piece
- Ideal for storing rings, earrings, cufflinks, or keepsakes
- Perfect for styling on shelves, consoles, or glass cabinets
- Suits antique, Victorian, maximalist, and European-inspired interiors
- A distinctive collector’s item for lovers of fine Bohemian glass

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