Biedermeier cake dome, ruby glass, Bohemia, Czech Republic, 19th c.
1 450 PLN
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This Biedermeier-era cake dome, crafted in 19th-century Bohemia, exemplifies the region's renowned glassmaking tradition. The octagonal form, with its sharply faceted geometric edges, reflects the characteristic restraint of Biedermeier aesthetics. The intense ruby red glass is adorned with elaborate, hand-applied gilded decoration: swirling floral and foliate motifs overlay the surface, while gold borders accentuate the panels and the multifaceted handle. The high-gloss finish emphasizes both the color’s depth and the brilliance of the gold ornamentation, while the flawless joinery and cutting—free from chips, cracks, or signs of repair—reveal remarkable original craftsmanship. The overall condition is very good, with vivid gilding and a gleaming glass surface showing no damage or clouding.Beneath this dome lies the story of 19th-century Central Europe, where the ritual of serving dessert assumed a ceremonial air. The ruby glow and golden decoration evoke afternoons in bourgeois parlors, where every floral motif hinted at the fleeting delight of a shared moment and where craftsmanship elevated the everyday to the memorable. Each panel, each precise bevel, echoes an era when detail was prized and became a mark of personal elegance.This cake dome pairs harmoniously with a porcelain stand from the same period or, for contrast, with a minimalist modern plate, allowing the glasswork to take center stage. Ideal for placement on a classic Biedermeier table beside silver cutlery, or as a feature on a pared-back oak console in contemporary settings, its presence bridges historic and modern styles. In a collector's arrangement, it could be shown alongside other Bohemian glass—such as a similarly cut decanter or period candlesticks—creating an intimate setting for serving pastries and confections.
DIMENSION
Height12.5 cm
Depth9.5 cm
Width18 cm
Dimension details
Width18 cm
Height12.5 cm
Depth9.5 cm
Weight1 kg
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