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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Early Emile Galle Enamelled Glass

« on: November 20, 2011, 02:36:21 pm »

crikey - I see you're referring to Lot 80 in that link.  That went for a helluva lot.  That piece is bigger than mine, and in better condition. 
That's where I start to struggle with value.  Mine's certainly genuine though - see signature....  also, these early pieces weren't ever faked to my knowledge, far too much work to do so.  I believe only the later cameo stuff was ever faked.

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Antique Questions Forum / Early Emile Galle Enamelled Glass

« on: November 20, 2011, 02:05:54 pm »

Hi there,

I bought this small vase recently, along with 3 other pieces of early Galle signed glass.  I think it dates around 1870 or 1880.  There are no chips or cracks, but it has lost a little enamel over the years. The other pieces are a similar size, about 5", with patterns not as interesting, but with enamel still intact.

A picture is below of the first vase, I haven't photo'ed the other pieces yet.  Many more photos of the same vase are at http://s1128.photobucket.com/albums/m490/Gingers_Cottage/Galle%20Glass%201/

Any ideas as to value?  I am considering putting it on Ebay starting at 99p and seeing where it goes.  However, it's a bit risky as they weren't exactly cheap to buy!

Many thanks in advance!