Bell, Bohemian Art Glass, Emerald Green with Gold Encrusted Flowers & Filigree, Czech, Vintage 1950s-1970s

The kind of bell that earns a shelf all to itself.

This emerald green art glass bell — believed to be Czech Bohemian, possibly from Glassexport, the umbrella exporter of Czechoslovakian glass — is covered in hand-painted gold encrusted flowers on three sides, gold filigree all around the body, and gold striping at the rim and handle. It's a genuinely rare piece; we searched extensively and found nothing like it. The green is bright and sunny — beautiful at Christmas, but equally stunning in spring or summer light. A small area of gold wear on the handle is the only note.

A significant find for the art glass collector, the Czech glass enthusiast, or anyone who loves objects that announce themselves without trying.

• Type: Bell, Art Glass
• Maker: Unknown (attributed to Czech Bohemian, possibly Glassexport)
• Material: Green Art Glass, Hand-Painted Gold Encrusted Decoration
• Era: 1950s-1970s (estimated)
• Dimensions: 5.5"H x 3.25" diameter (bottom opening)
• Condition: Very good vintage condition. Small area of gold wear on handle — minor and photographed. No chips or cracks. Please review all photos carefully — we cannot accept returns.