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Art Deco Opalescent Glass Coquilles Vase by Verlys.
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Art Deco Opalescent Glass Coquilles Vase by Verlys.

1920 - 1940
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Art Deco opalescent glass Coquilles vase by Verlys. Moulded and frosted glass vase decorated with seashells and stylised waves. French c 1933 Moulded signature Verlys France. Excellent original condition – a small air bubble to the rim. 15cm tall and 15cm diameter at the mouth of the vase. Beautiful opalescence and a superb piece

History

Verlys Glass was a French glass manufacturer that produced high-quality art glass from the 1920s through the 1950s. The company was founded by a group of American investors who partnered with the famous glass designer Gabriel Argy-Rousseau to produce a line of art glass in France that could compete with the likes of Lalique and Daum.

 

Verlys Glass produced a wide range of glass pieces, including vases, bowls, plates, and figurines, featuring intricate designs and textures. The company was known for its use of acid etching techniques, which created a frosted appearance on the glass and allowed for finely detailed designs. Many of the Verlys pieces were also hand-painted with enamel or gold accents, adding to their beauty and value.

 

Today, Verlys Glass pieces are highly sought after by collectors of art glass and are considered to be some of the finest examples of French glassmaking from the early 20th century.

Date French c 1930

Condition Excellent original condition a small air bubble to the rim

15cm tall and 15cm diameter at the mouth of the vase

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Date of Manufacture

Solo Antiques has dated this Verlys Opalescent Glass Vase to the 1930s.

Independent Date Check ID 09706033
Dealer's Item Date1930s
Sellingantiques Date1930s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-100 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1930s:
Moulded script signature Verlys France on base: French manufacture from the 1930s.
Opalescent glass turning milky blue against dark ground: typical interwar French glass formula.
Fine scratches across the base ring: honest surface wear from long handling.
Stylised spiral shell roundels with wave bands: quintessential French Art Deco design.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1243719
Dealers Internal Reference
3072
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Description
Art Deco opalescent glass Coquilles vase by Verlys. Moulded and frosted glass vase decorated with seashells and stylised waves. French c 1933 Moulded signature Verlys France. Excellent original condition – a small air bubble to the rim. 15cm tall and 15cm diameter at the mouth of the vase. Beautiful opalescence and a superb piece
fig 1. An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body.
fig 1. Art Deco Opalescent Glass Coquilles Vase by Verlys.

History

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Verlys Glass was a French glass manufacturer that produced high-quality art glass from the 1920s through the 1950s.
Solo Antiques

The company was founded by a group of American investors who partnered with the famous glass designer Gabriel Argy-Rousseau to produce a line of art glass in France that could compete with the likes of Lalique and Daum.

fig 2. An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body.
fig 2. Art Deco Opalescent Glass Coquilles Vase by Verlys.

 

Verlys Glass produced a wide range of glass pieces, including vases, bowls, plates, and figurines, featuring intricate designs and textures. The company was known for its use of acid etching techniques, which created a frosted appearance on the glass and allowed for finely detailed designs. Many of the Verlys pieces were also hand-painted with enamel or gold accents, adding to their beauty and value.

 

Today, Verlys Glass pieces are highly sought after by collectors of art glass and are considered to be some of the finest examples of French glassmaking from the early 20th century.

Date French c 1930

Condition Excellent original condition a small air bubble to the rim

15cm tall and 15cm diameter at the mouth of the vase

UK Shipping included with all buy it now prices

Date of Manufacture

Solo Antiques has dated this Verlys Opalescent Glass Vase to the 1930s.

Independent Date Report ID 09706033
Dealer's Item Date1930s
Sellingantiques dating1930s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-100 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1930s:
Moulded script signature Verlys France on base: French manufacture from the 1930s.
Opalescent glass turning milky blue against dark ground: typical interwar French glass formula.
Fine scratches across the base ring: honest surface wear from long handling.
Stylised spiral shell roundels with wave bands: quintessential French Art Deco design.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243719
Dealers Internal Ref
3072
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An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body.
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Archive I An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body.

Art Deco Opalescent Glass Coquilles Vase by Verlys.

Archive II An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body. View II
Archive III An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body. View III
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An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body.
Art Deco opalescent glass Coquilles vase by Verlys.
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An Art Deco opalescent glass vase featuring a flared rim, horizontal wave texturing, and raised relief seashell motifs around the body.
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  • ObjectVases
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialOpalescent Glass, Glass
  • ColourClear and Milky Blue
  • MotifsSeashell relief, Flared rim, Wave textured band, Moulded base
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 15 cm (6 in)

This is an Art Deco opalescent glass Coquilles vase made by Verlys around 1930. The piece is crafted from clear and milky blue glass with a frosted finish, featuring a flared rim, a horizontal wave-textured band around the upper body, and raised relief seashell motifs moulded around the lower portion. Visible details include a small air bubble on the rim and a moulded signature on the base. The vessel measures 15 cm high and 15 cm wide. In a contemporary home, this vase serves as a decorative accent positioned on a mantelpiece or shelf. The compact dimensions allow for display in living spaces or display cabinets, where the translucent qualities catch the ambient light. The design integrates into interior schemes that incorporate mid-century or vintage art glass accents.

Art Deco opalescent glass emerged predominantly in France during the 1920s and 1930s, characterised by semi-translucent glass that displays a milky blue or warm fiery tone depending on lighting. Makers such as Verlys produced press-moulded vessels featuring stylised geometric or naturalistic motifs such as marine life and flora.

Opalescent glass is produced by introducing specific compounds, such as phosphates or fluorides, into the molten batch. Controlled reheating causes these elements to crystallise within the matrix, generating the characteristic semi-opaque milky refraction when exposed to light.

Authentic Verlys pieces frequently bear a moulded or diamond-point etched signature on the base, typically reading Verlys France or Verlys. Original period examples feature defined relief details from precision metal moulds and smooth, hand-finished rim surfaces.

Positioning the vase near a direct light source, such as a window sill or backlit shelving unit, highlights its light-reactive optical properties. Displaying it as an isolated decorative accent on a dark wood surface provides high visual contrast that emphasizes the relief motifs.

Hand wash the glass using lukewarm water and a gentle liquid detergent with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding abrasive pads. Dry the vessel immediately to prevent water spots and keep it away from extreme temperature shifts to avoid thermal shock.
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