Condition: Near Mint
Height: 6″ (15cm)
Width: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Length: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Diameter: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1970
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Condition: Near Mint
Height: 6″ (15cm)
Width: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Length: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Diameter: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1970
Photos form part of the description. Exact item shown; please review all images carefully.
This is a Bohemian Czech cranberry overlay cut-to-clear crystal vase from around 1970, shown here in near mint shape. The deep ruby layer has been cut back to reveal clear crystal, so the floral sprigs and hobstar bursts look bright and icy against the dark red. It has a softly flared waist, a sturdy foot, and a scalloped rim that catches the light. The wheel-cut work is sharp and even, with glossy ovals and faceted star points that sparkle when you turn it. At roughly fifty-five years old, it’s a true vintage piece, and finding one this clean—no obvious chips, clouding, or heavy wear—makes it especially appealing for display or for a few stems of flowers.
Bohemian glass isn’t a single brand so much as a long-running craft tradition from what is now the Czech Republic, especially towns like Nový Bor. Cranberry overlay cut-to-clear was a signature look there in the mid‑20th century, made by casing a ruby layer over clear crystal and carving designs with a cutting wheel. The hobstar motif and berry-like ovals are classic patterns collectors recognize. Many examples from this era were hand-finished and often made with high-lead crystal for extra brilliance. Pieces from the late 1960s–1970s aren’t ultra-rare, but good, crisp cuts and excellent condition make this a sought-after, genuinely vintage find.
