{"product_id":"vintage-ruby-red-overlay-cut-crystal-bonbonniere-bohemian-10cm","title":"Vintage Ruby Red Overlay Cut Crystal Lidded Bonbonnière – Diamond \u0026 Fan Pattern | Ball Finial | approx. 10 cm | Bohemian Crystal","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVintage Ruby Red Overlay Cut Crystal Lidded Bonbonnière | Diamond \u0026amp; Fan Pattern | Ball Finial | approx. 10 cm | Bohemian Crystal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA jewel of the dressing table — this exquisite vintage \u003cstrong\u003eruby red overlay cut crystal bonbonnière\u003c\/strong\u003e is a masterpiece of Bohemian crystal craftsmanship. The body is worked in the classic \u003cstrong\u003eoverlay technique\u003c\/strong\u003e: a layer of deep \u003cstrong\u003ecranberry \/ ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e crystal cased over clear crystal, then wheel-cut through to reveal the brilliant clear crystal beneath in a pattern of \u003cstrong\u003ediamond crosshatch fields\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003efan-cut star motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cuts glittering like faceted gemstones against the rich red ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eclear crystal domed lid\u003c\/strong\u003e is cut in a matching \u003cstrong\u003ediamond hobnail pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e and crowned with a \u003cstrong\u003esolid crystal ball finial\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfectly weighted and satisfying to hold. The piece sits on a \u003cstrong\u003estar-cut footed base\u003c\/strong\u003e that catches and refracts light from below. Together, lid and body form a harmonious whole — a piece that glows on a dressing table, a mantelpiece, or a glass cabinet shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBohemian ruby overlay crystal of this quality has been produced in the glassmaking regions of Bohemia (now Czech Republic) since the 19th century and remains among the most sought-after categories of European decorative glass. This example is in excellent condition — the red is vivid, the cuts are crisp, and the crystal is bright and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lidded bonbonnière \/ trinket box \/ sweet dish with lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruby red overlay cut crystal (cranberry \/ flash cut)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overlay \/ cased glass — red over clear, wheel-cut through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diamond crosshatch fields, fan-cut star motifs, diamond hobnail lid, star-cut base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear crystal domed lid with solid ball finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Star-cut footed base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight (with lid):\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 10 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bohemian \/ Central European cut crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bohemia (Czech Republic) — mid-to-late 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent vintage condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuby red vivid and even throughout — no fading or cloudiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts crisp and well-defined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal bright and clear — no chips, cracks, or repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid fits well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease review all photos carefully — what you see is what you get.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a bonbonnière for sweets, chocolates, or sugar on a dining table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a trinket box or jewellery dish on a dressing table or vanity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay on a mantelpiece, glass cabinet shelf, or console as a decorative object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs beautifully with silver, gold, and other Bohemian crystal pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for Art Deco, maximalist, old-world, or quiet luxury interior aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn exceptional and memorable gift for lovers of crystal, decorative arts, and Bohemian glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRuby red. 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