A refined set of 4 hand-blown selenium glass dessert bowls, mid-20th century, purchased in England. Each bowl features a slightly lobed, gently stepped wall leading to a short stem with a decorative knop, rising from an integral saucer base.
The finely polished pontils and delicate crystal resonance (“ping”), when lightly tapped, confirm high-quality hand-made crystal. Selenium gives a subtle warm pink blush, which under UV light shows a soft pink-orange fluorescence, a hallmark of authentic selenium glass.
Unsigned, these bowls are Continental European, with French Pantin or Belgian Val Saint Lambert production the most probable.
Condition:
1 bowl: Excellent vintage condition, no chip or cracks
1 bowl: micro flea bite on the top edge of the fold corner
1 bowl: Unique maker’s accidental glass drip / teardrop (charming character feature, not damage)
1 bowl: Fine hairline crack (stable, visible on close inspection)
Dimensions:
Height: 9 cm
Diameter (bowl): 10 cm
Weight: approx. 155 g each
Perfect for desserts, compotes, trifles, sorbet, cocktails, or as display pieces.
Please note:
Buyers are responsible for any customs fees, import duties, or taxes charged by their country.
