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By Emile Galle
Height: 23.5 Major axis: 14.3
Around 1900, France
Silver foil is sealed in amber-colored grass, emitting a beautiful glow. This vase has a flat body with an octagonal cross section in traditional Chinese style. A white cattleya orchid is applied to the front surface of the vase. The dimensional effect of the flower adds depth and a natural feeling. On the back surface, the leaves of a flower that has finished blooming is pictured to emphasize the transience of nature. There are many glass pieces using a cattleya motif. This is one of the most outstanding of them.