This classicist carafe, made of ruby glass and dated between 1840 and 1880, originates from the Austrian Empire. Crafted from smooth, deeply saturated glass in a cool ruby-red tone, it features a gently tapering, cylindrical body with harmonious proportions and a pronounced spout. The carafe is adorned with richly detailed, gilded brass fittings: a wide collar at the neck, a hinged lid, and a decorative handle with sculptural, geometric lines typical of the classicist style. The brass elements have a warm, lustrous color with a subtle patina, underscoring the object's age and authenticity. The piece remains in good condition: the glass is free from chips or cracks, and the metalwork shows only minor darkening consistent with age. All components appear original, with no signs of restoration.This carafe tells the story of an era when refined craftsmanship and measured ornamentation defined taste. The ruby tone of the glass conjures the atmosphere of 19th-century Viennese salons—light reflected off its glossy surface enlivens interiors with subtle color play, while the gilded brass echoes the gatherings and rituals of the past. The form speaks in the voice of classicism: restrained elegance, disciplined proportions, and attention to detail, making the object as evocative today as it was at its creation.The carafe could be displayed on a console or low sideboard, allowing the ruby glass to interact with ambient light. It would suit classicist, historicist, or eclectic interiors, especially when paired with other glass vessels, brass candlesticks, or porcelain ornaments from the period. Its presence brings a balanced accent to spaces with dark wood veneer, soft textiles, and gilded-frame paintings; it is worth combining with mirrors or crystal details to highlight the depth of color and the noble quality of the materials.
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Height22 cm
Width12 cm
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Width12 cm
Height22 cm
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