1930s Malachite Glass Box

1930s Malachite Glass BoxWhile much modern art was banned in former Czechoslovakia during the mid century, this was not the case for glass; instead, designers could work freely, which led to a boom in creativity that built on the regions centuries old learnings. This box, detailed with a rare motif, is produced by Ingrid Glass, headed by Curt Schlevogt and his father in law, Heinrich Hoffmann. They devised a technique to make glass look like semi precious stones in this case,

dice and two card decks — an elegant gift for roulette enthusiasts

The three-piece set features an intricately hand-painted botanical design with an internal compartment for storing ice and ice cream

milk jug and sugar bowl

some variations and marks may occur

resulting in impressive collaborations that balance simple silhouettes with striking details – a formula that rings true in this vase from the 1980s

The silver bottle coaster by Jarosinski & Vaugoin was designed in 1925 and has a classic

while its sleek Art Deco lines are catnip to collectors

with built-in details added with ease in mind – like the two lids that open either side of the handle and the dimensions that are perfectly sized for an upstanding bottle of wine

complete with contrast piping and a charming creature embroidered to the corner

These dishes are perfectly proportioned for side plates or morning pastries

Artisan-made in Rabitti's Port of Genoa workshop

one of the last letterpress workshops in the world