Description: A gorgeous and rare pair of C. F. Monroe Wave Crest, (decorated Opal Ware) vases. The vases have a soft pale blue background with a center cartouche on both front and back, that frame the hand painted flowers. The vases have scrolling metal ormolu handles and footed bases. Charles F. Monroe opened his first shop in 1880 in Meriden, CT and he dealt primarily in imported glassware. He bought his blanks (undecorated glass) from France, Mt Washington-Pairpoint and possibly other American glass houses. He employed highly talented local artists as decorators for his blanks. The decorated Opal ware, Wave Crest was at the height of its popularity from 1890 to 1910. The vases measure 5" tall and 2-1/4" at their widest point. They are in gorgeous condition with no nicks, chips, or cracks. The metal has not lost its luster. This is a rare set of vases. A perfect addition to the Wave Crest collector. . Please look carefully at all pics and ask questions prior to buying. Thank you for stopping by! Please ask questions prior to buyingPayment is expected 1 - 2 days from purchase dateItem(s) will be carefully packed and shipped 1 - 2 days from receipt of paymentPlease note my shipping charges include packing materials, foam, bubble wrap, boxes, peanuts, tape, etcI do my best to describe my items. I'm only human however, and might miss a flaw from time to timeMost of my come from estate sales and are offered as foundPlease look at all pics as they are part of my descriptionI will only accept returns if I've grossly misrepresented my itemsIf there's an issue with an item, please communicate with me so we can resolveYour satisfaction is my main goalThank you and happy bidding!
Price: 750 USD
Location: Tucson, Arizona
End Time: 2024-09-03T22:50:54.000Z
Shipping Cost: 16.8 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Pattern: Floral
Shape: Bottle
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Small
Color: Multicolor
Material: Glass
Year Manufactured: 1900
Item Length: 5 in
Glassmaking Technique: Hand Blown
Subject: Flower
Brand: C. F. Monroe
Type: Miniature Vase
Department: Adults
Number in Pack: 2
Style: Victorian
Theme: Art
Features: Hand Painted
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Finish: Antique