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Bohemian Ruby, Frosted and Gilded Babeche
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Bohemian Ruby, Frosted and Gilded Babeche

18th century
Description

3 beautifull Bohemian Ruby, gilded and frosted Babeche. One has been

broken and glued. The other two are in perfect condition.

Date of Manufacture

Birkdale Antiques has dated these Bohemian Ruby Glass Bobeches to the 18th Century.

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SA1199693
Dealers Internal Reference
Boh Babeche
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Description
3 beautifull Bohemian Ruby, gilded and frosted Babeche. One has been

broken and glued. The other two are in perfect condition.

Date of Manufacture

Birkdale Antiques has dated these Bohemian Ruby Glass Bobeches to the 18th Century.

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SA1199693
Dealers Internal Ref
Boh Babeche
Birkdale Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023

Specialists in antique chandeliers and lighting,good quality furniture for 30 years.

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A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops.
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Archive I A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops.

Bohemian Ruby, Frosted and Gilded Babeche

Archive II A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops. View II
Archive III A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops. View III
Archive IV A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops. View IV
Archive V A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops. View V
Archive VI A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops. View VI
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Archive VIII A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops. View VIII
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Birkdale Antiques
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A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops.
Bohemian Ruby, frosted and gilded Babeche
Ref: SA1199693
A pair of scalloped Bohemian ruby glass bobeches with frosted panels, hand-painted gold leaf vine patterns, and small metal wire loops.
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  • ObjectCandle Accessories
  • Period18th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRuby Glass, Gold Leaf, Wire
  • ColourRuby Red, Gold
  • MotifsScalloped rims, Gilded vine pattern, Frosted glass swirled panels, Prism wire loops

These 18th century Bohemian ruby glass bobeches bring Victorian and Gothic style to candle accessories. Made from ruby glass and gold leaf with wire, they display a rich ruby red and gold palette alongside frosted glass swirled panels, scalloped rims, and gilded vine patterns. Small metal wire loops are present around the edges, showing signs of age and repair through one piece being broken and glued while the other two remain in perfect condition. The set includes three pieces in total, each featuring a central circular aperture and decorative hand-painted gold leaf detailing across the scalloped segments. They measure approximately 15 cm in diameter. Placing these items on a mantelpiece creates a traditional display while protecting surfaces from melting wax. These decorative glass accessories suit candle holders and sconces in a living room, dining room, or hallway setting.

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A bobeche is a collar or ring positioned beneath a candle socket or light fixture to catch dripping wax and reflect light. Originating in 17th-century Europe, elaborate glass versions became widespread during the 19th century in Bohemian glassmaking centres.

Traditional Bohemian bobeches were crafted from hand-blown or moulded coloured glass, such as ruby glass, often featuring acid-etched or frosted panels. Surface decoration typically included hand-applied gold leaf gilding and small metal wire loops to suspend crystal prisms.

Authentic 19th-century Bohemian pieces display rich ruby colouration achieved with gold or copper compounds, showing minor variations from hand production. Look for wear on the gilded highlights, hand-cut rim facets or scalloped edges, and aged wire fittings.

These glass accessories can be placed on contemporary candlesticks or light fixtures to introduce colour and historical texture. Displaying them on a mantelpiece or sideboard allows natural light to highlight the gilded details and rich glass tones.

Clean gilded glass gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to dust the surface without disturbing the delicate gold gilding. Avoid immersing the glass in water or using chemical cleaners, as moisture can lift gilding and tarnish wire attachments.
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