Bohemian glass antique decanter and goblet signed L.

Stunningly preserved Victorian or older hand blown & enameled decanter set.

Very rare. Very old.

This antique decanter set is probably of Bohemian origin, possibly Joseph Lobmeyr or his son Ludwig (Vienna, Austria) .  It is signed with a .L in cursive on the base (see images 5 & 9). May also be American made, as the exact style of palm fan decor on these items match that used by Thomas Webb in the 1870s.  Art Nouveau or older...has a Renaissance look to it. It may also be from the 18th century.

Heavy hand-painted enamel decor...drapes, dots and fans/palms of Islamic inspiration.  The thick, bright orange, yellow and white enamel decor is absolutely perfect, no damage, no wear.

The translucent glass is light amethyst.  The very faint purple tint to the glass may be the intention of the artist, but most likely due to a "sun purple" effect which could have developed naturally.  It glows light neon green under blacklight (see image 4).  Manganese was probably added to the glass recipe.

The hollow stopper, neck, hollow base and goblet stem are in amber luster.  The lustre shows some wear, some pinholes, some areas of lightening, 95% present. Great condition for it's age. The small wine glass did not receive it's final grinding on the outer foot edge, making the rim around the foot rough, not chipped.  Fired polished rims are slightly uneven, expected from old hand-blown glass. Rough ground pontil marks. The decanter's inner hollow base has some residue that will come out with further detailing.  The glass has NO hazing or calcium deposits. No chips, no cracks.

Large decanter measures 11.5" tall with stopper.  Stemmed glass is 4" tall.  Stopper and decanter neck are ground to fit.  Stopper is hollow.  Exceptional.

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