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Antique oval handmade blown glass dome with his original fitting black wooden foot.
She was probably given as "globe de mariage", so as bridal gift for the newlyweds.
There is a groove in the base for the glass dome to sit in.
The dome has a brown paper border.
This was added in the time to hide minor chips that may occured in the cutting proces and gives a safety if you put your dome on your wooden base, the border acts as a cushion.
If you don't like the border then it can be easily washed off.
The dome is handmade back in the time so the glass is not "as perfect" as they can do in these days.
In the 19th century, more specified the Victorian era they made it with other kind of materials that were not so pure.
This reflects in unique details as light bulbs, minor imperfections in the glass wich gives the dome more character and flair
We purchase all or domes ourselves in Europe mostly France. When the domes come in we start with washing them, then treet the foot against woodworm and check the foot on his stability.
So that the foot does not wobble on your surface.
Dimensions are taken from the inside of the glass, so from the usable space:
19.88 inch or 50,5 high
10.83 inch or 27,5 cm wide
5.91 inch or 15 cm deep
So you can decorate your collectibles dust free under it.
This glass dome is an eyecatcher and sure to please anyone who loves antiques. It's a must-have for any collection. Act now and add this unique piece to your collection today!
We package our domes very carefully so that they wil arrive to you as they left here. In their full condition so it can decorate your house in his fullest glory.
The sticker on the dome is with the dimensions in cm and will be removed for you prior to shipping.
Shipping now includes US tariffs.