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Bohemian Ruby Flash Shot Glass
TJR Trading
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Bohemian Ruby Flash Shot Glass

19th century
For Sale by TJR Trading
Description

This is a 19th century Bohemian ruby flash glass shot glass. It was made for the German market and is hand engraved with a German scene titled 'Uttenr. Grund' . It is of octagonal section.

There is general wear commensurate with age, but no significant cracks or chips.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

TJR Trading has dated this Bohemian Ruby Glass Tumbler to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA692467
Dealers Internal Reference
B720
Dealers Notes

All items come with free shipping throughout the UK. They will be sent using a recorded or signed for service such as Royal Mail's Special Delivery.

For other international buyers I have added postage costs to the listings.

Please contact me using my email tjrtrading@hotmail.co.uk or through the contact details section on my listings as I am often out sourcing stock and am unable to answer my telephone. I can answer any questions much better by email.

Description
This is a 19th century Bohemian ruby flash glass shot glass. It was made for the German market and is hand engraved with a German scene titled 'Uttenr. Grund' . It is of octagonal section.

There is general wear commensurate with age, but no significant cracks or chips.

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

TJR Trading has dated this Bohemian Ruby Glass Tumbler to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA692467
Dealers Internal Ref
B720
TJR Trading
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014

Specialist in antique silver, but also a seller of glass, ceramics and other similar items

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A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text.
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Archive I A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text.

Bohemian Ruby Flash Shot Glass

Archive II A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text. View II
Archive III A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text. View III
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Archive V A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text. View V
Archive VI A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text. View VI
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TJR Trading
Telephone 07716 081 462
Location
London
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/tjr
Verified Since Sep 2014
Items For Sale 47
Items Sold 185
TJR Trading
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A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text.
Bohemian Ruby Flash Shot Glass
Ref: SA692467
A small faceted glass shot glass featuring a ruby red flashed coating etched with a building scene and German script text.
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FAQs

Bohemian ruby flash glass refers to transparent glass objects coated with a thin layer of red-tinted glass or metal oxide stain, which is subsequently cut or wheel-engraved to expose the clear glass beneath.

Craftsmen applied a surface layer of copper or gold compound solution onto clear glass before firing it in a kiln, after which wheel-engraving or acid-etching techniques carved decorative imagery through the coloured coating.

Authentic period pieces typically feature crisp hand-engraved detailing, subtle variation in the flash coating thickness, slight wear on the unpolished base, and flat cut facets consistent with manual lapidary work.

Small flashed glass items function as accent pieces when placed on open shelving, tray arrangements, or sideboard surfaces where direct light highlights the contrast between the coloured and clear glass.

Wash hand-crafted flash glass gently using lukewarm water and mild liquid detergent, avoiding abrasive cloths, harsh chemicals, or automated dishwashers that could damage the etched surface.
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