Art Nouveau "Pandora Glass" Vase – Antonienhütte (by Maximilian Boudnik)

Rare Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) cabinet vase produced around 1900 by the Bohemian glassworks Antonienhütte (Josef Knizek, Ullersdorf), utilizing the pioneering reductive metallic enamel technique developed by chemist Maximilian Boudnik, famously known as "Pandora Glass". This stunning piece was designed to replicate the iridescent patina and mineral corrosion of ancient Roman archaeological glass. The body features a complex interplay of copper, bronze, verdigris green, and cobalt hues over a translucent amber core. When held to the light, the interior glows with a breathtaking, fiery amber depth. A true museum-grade collector's item, perfect for wabi-sabi, eclectic, or high-end vintage interiors. Dimensions: Height 21 cm (8.27 in), Diameter 11 cm (4.33 in) Weight: 420 g. Condition: Very good vintage condition, free of cracks or rim chips.