Rare Art Nouveau glass vase designed by Carl Goldberg, Haida (Bohemia), circa 1900
A slender, museum-quality Art Nouveau vase of Bohemian manufacture by
Carl Goldberg (Haida), one of the leading masters of complex glass-finishing
techniques at the turn of the century.
The piece captivates with its elaborate relief design created using the acid-
cutback technique (employing a wax resist) on colorless crystal glass. It depicts
three intertwined salamanders or lizards winding dynamically up the body of
the vase. The reptile relief, as well as the distinctive interlaced pattern at the rim
and base, are hand-colored with vibrant red and green stains and accentuated
with fine gold detailing (black enamel and gold outlines).
This classic form is documented in the relevant specialist literature (cf. *Das
Böhmische Glas* 1700–1950, Volume IV: *Jugendstil in Böhmen*, Plate IV.458).
Manufacturer / Design: Carl Goldberg, Haida (Nový Bor, Bohemia)
Period: Art Nouveau (circa 1900–1910)
Literature Reference: *Das Böhmische Glas* 1700–1950, Volume IV, Plate IV.458
Technique: Mold-blown crystal glass, acid-cutback, staining (green/wine red),
enamel/ gold detailing, metal rim
Motif: Three intertwined salamanders/lizards, abstract interlaced pattern
Height: approx. 32.0 cm
Maximum body diameter: approx. 12.0 cm
Outer rim diameter: approx. 6.0 cm
Good original condition commensurate with age, featuring authentic patina. There
is an open air bubble on the rim, which has been ground smooth. A salamander with
a flea bite (see photo) positioned at the foot of a salamander that has an open air
bubble; the fine gold and painted detailing shows slight rubbing in places, typical for
the period. Please refer to the attached detailed photos, which form part of the listing.
Shipping is via a fully insured parcel with tracking. The vase will be professionally and
extremely securely packed (elaborate cushioning / box-in-box system).
