Pair Of Late 19th / Early 20th-century Uranite Glass Cylindrical Boxes
A pair of small cylindrical trinket boxes or powder jars crafted in yellow-green uranite (uranium) glass. Featuring smooth glass walls with heavy bases, fitted with gilded metal / brass hinged rim mounts. Exhibits intense green fluorescence under ultraviolet (UV) light, characteristic of uranium glass.
France or Bohemia, late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890–1920).
H_10.5 cm D_6 cm.
Very good overall condition.
Uranium glass (ouraline) gained great popularity in late 19th-century Europe for its vibrant yellowish-green tint and striking luminescent reaction under UV light. These hinged cylindrical vanity jars are typical examples of refined Belle Époque dressing table accessories.
France or Bohemia, late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890–1920).
H_10.5 cm D_6 cm.
Very good overall condition.
Uranium glass (ouraline) gained great popularity in late 19th-century Europe for its vibrant yellowish-green tint and striking luminescent reaction under UV light. These hinged cylindrical vanity jars are typical examples of refined Belle Époque dressing table accessories.
1 600 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1832596
Availability: In stock
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