Modernist Czech Glass Art Deco Red & Black Karl Palda

Modernist Czech Glass Art Deco Burgandy & Black Karl Palda.  A Czech Vase of thick etched and tinted crystal glass in high Art Deco Style. This is an outstanding example of Karl Palda’s technique of combining delicate etching with bold, geometric panels of colors of black and burgundy alternating with clear designs making this, especially dynamic treatment.

Bohemian glass has a long history of excellence, beginning in 1200 and continuing in contemporary times.  The region that produces it is rich in chalk and potash and lead which contributes to the clarity and brilliance and the methods of etching and tinting have been perfected over time, evolving into Art Nouveau and later Art Deco styles with enameling and engraving.

original Karl Palda catalogue courtesy of Driving for Deco