Description: VINTAGE Vannes Art Glass hand blown clear crystal glass pipe rest holder, or use as jewelry / trinket dish, or figurine Made in France Measurements:Height at tallest (top of ears) = 3.25" tallLength at longest (trunk to rear) = 4.5" longWidth at widest (ear to ear) = 3.5" wide Artfully designed for use as a pipe rest. The bowl of the pipe sits inside, and the indentation on top of the elephant's head holds the handle (shaft / bit). However, this could also be used as an ashtray, a small candy dish, or jewelry or trinket holder. Even display as a figurine! Size of the opening is not wide enough to hold a votive candle. * Etched signature on bottom* A beautiful piece, weighty and highly polished with almost a fluid feel to the touch.* Trunk in downward-facing position Vannes Art Glass, no longer in operation (production ended around 1970), was located in the area of Vannes-le-Châtel, outside the city of Nancy. This region in Northeast France is still famed for its world-class crystal. Roots of Vannes Art Glass trace back to 1765, under aristocratic patronage, and during the height of production in the 1950s and 60s, hundreds of glassmakers resided in the region. Enjoy this beautiful piece of art glass that comes with a rich and bountiful history! Excellent pre-owned VINTAGE condition. No flaws at all. From a clean, smoke-free, pet-free home.
Price: 27.4 USD
Location: Webster, New York
End Time: 2024-11-05T21:02:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Shape: Elephant
Color: Clear
Material: Crystal, Glass
Suitable For: Pipe
Brand: Vannes Art Glass
Type: Pipe Rest
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Theme: Elephant
Production Style: Art Glass
Production Technique: Hand Blown Glass
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Backstamp: Etched
Finish: Glossy
