Recently acquired from a fine estate, we are pleased to offer you this gorgeous item for your consideration. It is fine quality and would make the perfect addition to your collection or given as a gift!
Item: Beautiful early 1900's St Lukas blue lustre vase
Theme: This vase has the famous color "K" blue iridescent lustre glaze. Bottom has St. Lukas Utrecht mark, with Made in Holland. Also written "K" (color code, blue or turquoise) and "65" (shape code). Etched in the base ceramic are what appears to be the initials "PX."
Background: "The factory of these lustre pieces was the Kunstaardewerkfabriek St. Lukas. The factory dates from 1909 in the town of Utrecht by A. Enthoven and G.J.D. Offermans. They were part of the Dutch art nouveau movement called in Dutch "de Nieuwe Kunst". The St Lukas name comes from the painters, gilders and glassmakers guild whose patron saint was Saint Lukas. Offermans was the technical expert and Enthoven had the financial contacts to create and support the business. Metal oxides created a pearly sheen to the lustre and you’ll see predominantly yellow, blue and purple lustres with that golden sheen. The term used is “reflet métallique”. Each piece is triple fired."
Size: Approx 4" wide, 2 5/8" tall.
Note: Absolutely stunning, a rare find.
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