Three Beautiful Examples of Cameo Glass by Émile Gallé Including a Wheel Cut and Fired Vase (1846-1904) Celebrated French artist and designer, Émile Gallé clearly proved he was one of the major innovators of the Art Nouveau style along with Mucha. Toulouse-Lautrec, Tiffany, certainly Klimt and Lalique. There is no mistaking his work given the colors and craftsmanship especially evident in his cameo glass. This was his signature technique, where he would layer different colored glass and then cut, carve, or acid-etch through the top layers to create a raised, decorative design underneath. Offered are three exceptional examples. The vase with eggplant colored glass overlay of vines, branches and possibly fruit as if being suspended from the mouth is quite the arresting piece. This vase is not acid etched as is commonly seen, instead it is wheel cut and then edges fired under great heat to soften the edges. Holding the vase aloft you can clearly see the cuts with the foliate overlay almost appearing as if melting from the top. A very special piece. 3.25 x 2". The other two are quite lovely both having acid etched design overlays and frosted glass, one with light purple vines and fruit, 3 x 2.25 the other is in burnt orange with beautifully detailed French peonies, 2.75 x 2.75" No chips, cracks or repairs truly in superior condition.
Estimated Value $1,250 - 2,000
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