Acid-Etched Pink Cameo Glass Vase, 1900s EMILE GALLE (1846-1904)

Acid-Etched Pink Cameo Glass Vase, 1900s EMILE GALLE (1846-1904)

This stunning acid-etched cameo glass vase by Emile Galle showcases the artists mastery of layered glasswork. The vase features a graceful cylindrical neck and a compressed, elegant body, adorned with a delicate design of stylized leaves at various stages of growth. The beautiful tone of pink is at the forefront, with the subtle, translucent hues of mauve blending seamlessly into the surrounding layers of green-yellow, white, and colorless glass.

The exquisite etching technique is particularly striking, as it reveals the past glass layers beneath, providing a tactile depth and visual intrigue. The etching process allows the viewer to appreciate how the artist carefully removed layers of glass, allowing the vivid pink to shine through while the intricate leaf patterns emerge. The matte finish enhances the depth of color, giving the piece a soft yet striking presence. The vase is signed with the cameo signature, further adding to its authenticity and value.

Multilayer cameo glass with acid-etching

Signed Galle in cameo

Made by Emile Galle, Nancy, France

Height: 9.5

Private collection



The vase was examined under UV blacklight, halogen light, and under natural light. No signs of restoration or damages were detected. No chips or cracks, good condition.

The vase was examined under UV blacklight, halogen light, and under natural light. No signs of restoration or damages were detected. No chips or cracks, good condition.