Remer glass, /Theresienthal/Germany/early 20th century.
- Dimensions :
- H15 x W6 x D6
- Color :
- green
- Material :
- glass and crystal
- Style :
- art nouveau
This early 20th-century wine glass—attributed to the renowned Bavarian glassworks of Theresienthal or Michael von Poschinger—represents the pinnacle of artistic Art Nouveau glassware. Based on the "Service Victoria" model (type RM 65), the piece captivates with its two-tone composition: a spherical, clear glass bowl adorned with hand-engraved grapevine motifs contrasts with a stem and foot of intense emerald green. The decorative, baluster-shaped stem features a high-set knop embellished with three applied glass prunts—details characteristic of the *Jugendstil* style. The foot is wide and slightly domed, ensuring stability. The entire piece gleams with a high-polish finish, while the matte engravings stand out against the lustrous surface. Mouth-blown, the glass displays subtle, natural irregularities and harmonious proportions. It remains in excellent condition, free from visible damage or signs of restoration. The glass echoes the spirit of Art Nouveau masters; the organic grapevine motif on the bowl seems to recount the story of turn-of-the-century European salons, where craftsmanship met artistic imagination. The sensory contrast between the matte engravings and the radiant green evokes a sense of lightness and festive freshness, as if the glass itself were inviting a celebration—not merely of the wine, but of tradition itself. Delicate dimpled indentations on the stem evoke the touch of the glassmaker who gave the piece its unique character, transforming a functional vessel into an object akin to a small sculpture. The goblet can be paired with other glass or silver accessories in the style of the turn of the 20th century to highlight its historical context. It serves beautifully as a decorative element in classic interiors or on a festive table set with linen and porcelain. It works well alongside simple white ceramics or dark wood, which accentuate the emerald green hue and the graphic details of the engraving; the goblet does not dominate the composition but.