Josef Ahne Opaline Glass Vase with Cherubs, 8 in, Part I

This exquisite antique Victorian-era cabinet vase features a finely hand-painted vignette of a classic winged cherub (putti) holding a flowing brown banner accented with delicate yellow and white flora. This exceptional piece is fully signed by the renowned 19th-century porcelain and glass artist Josef Ahne.

The vase is crafted from high-quality, semi-translucent opaline art glass, boasting a soft pinkish-tan exterior body contrasted beautifully by a milk-white interior casing. It features a gently flared rim and is elevated on a layered pedestal base. Elegant, hand-applied gold gilt accents frame the top rim and tiered foot.

Please note that this listing is for one vase which forms part of a matching pair. Signed works by Josef Ahne are highly prized, making this a spectacular addition to any collection of investment-grade European Victorian art glass.

🏛️ Rare Acquisition Opportunity: The Complete Matching Set

This exceptional vase is part of an originally intended, mirrored pair hand-painted by the renowned master artist Josef Ahne. Finding a single piece of this size and quality is a collector's milestone, but finding an intact, complementary pair is exceedingly rare. This specific vase is individually numbered on the bottom to denote its place within the sequence of the set.

• The Matching Listing: The sister vase features a stunning portrait facing the opposite direction and is numbered on the bottom, designed to flank a mantelpiece, sideboard, or display cabinet perfectly.
• Pair Discount: Purchase both pieces together and save 10% — discount is applied automatically at checkout. No code needed.

Specifications and Measurements

• Artist: Josef Ahne (Signed)
• Material: Cased Opaline Art Glass
• Era: Late 19th Century (Victorian Period)
• Origin: Bohemian
• Motif: Winged Cherub / Putti with Floral Swag
• Technique: Artist-signed hand-painted enamel artwork with hand-gilded gold detailing
• Height: 8 inches (approx. 20.32 cm)
• Top Rim Diameter: 2 inches (approx. 5.08 cm)
• Base Diameter: 2.5 inches (approx. 6.35 cm)
• Weight: 1 lb (approx. 0.45 kg)

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Excellent antique condition consistent with age and careful display.
• Artwork & Signature: The hand-painted cherub, floral detailing, and artist signature remain exceptionally crisp, vivid, and beautifully preserved with minimal to no paint loss.
• Glass Structure: Pristine structural condition. Free of cracks, chips, fleabites, surface scratching, or previous repairs.
• Gilding: Minor, age-appropriate rubbing and light fading to the gold gilt borders along the upper rim and tiered base.