Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE BOHEMIAN SILVER MOUNTED RUBY

ANTIQUE BOHEMIAN SILVER MOUNTED RUBY GLASS CHALISSER - An antique Bohemian style chalice or composite centerpiece, likely dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. The vertical composition is constructed from three distinct tiers of fluted and lobed ruby red glass. These glass sections are joined by cast metal mounts featuring openwork scrolling foliate motifs and a pierced, scalloped top rim. The metal components, low-grade silver, now display heavy patination and oxidation revealing the base metal beneath. The object is entirely unmarked and is held together by a central threaded rod visible from the underside of the stamped metal base. ruby red glass, antique centerpiece, silvered metal, bohemian style, victorian table garniture, lobed glass bowl, decorative chalice, antique glassware. Dimensions 12 1/2 x 5 x 5 in. Condition Fair overall condition. The lobed ruby glass elements appear intact without major visible cracks or chips. The metal mounts exhibit heavy tarnish, oxidation, and significant loss of plated finish. Noticeable white residue, indicating a possible old adhesive repair or severe corrosion, is visible on the central scrolling metal struts.