ruby red vtg Bohemian cut-to-clear crystal plate
Updated August 9, 2026
| Lot number | 168 |
| Category | Jewelry & Watches |
| Auction | Mid Summer Sale |
| Date | August 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Estate Sales of East Texas |
| Location | Tyler, Texas |
This striking piece is a vintage Bohemian cut-to-clear crystal plate. It features an overlay technique where a layer of ruby red glass is fused over clear lead crystal. The intricate patterns are then hand-carved, cutting through the colored surface to reveal the clear, brilliant crystal underneath.Key Characteristics & IdentificationTechnique: Cut-to-clear (also known as flashed or cased glass) combined with frosted/acid-etched floral details.Design Elements: A central starburst/pinwheel rosette motif flanked by a detailed frosted border depicting roses, buds, and leaves.Origin: This style of high-quality glassware is famously produced in the Czech Republic (formerly Czechoslovakia), though similar vintage items were crafted by European makers like Imperlux and Badash.
