{"product_id":"hand-blown-ribbed-bell-glass-ornament-with-vertical-red-and-gold-striping-c-1935-1955","title":"Hand-Blown Ribbed Bell Glass Ornament with Vertical Red and Gold Striping, c. 1935–1955","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eHand-blown molded glass bell ornament produced in \u003cstrong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eCentral Europe\u003c\/strong\u003e, circa \u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e1935–1955\u003c\/strong\u003e, most likely originating from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eGermany (Lauscha region)\u003c\/strong\u003e or nearby Eastern European glassmaking centers. The ornament is formed as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eribbed bell\u003c\/strong\u003e, blown into a vertical mold that creates evenly spaced fluting from crown to base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eThe interior was finished with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003emercury silvering\u003c\/strong\u003e, then selectively accented with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003ehand-applied vertical striping in red and warm gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, a decorative technique used to emphasize form and movement rather than surface pattern. The color was applied after molding, following the rib structure rather than masking it—an indicator of higher-quality workshop production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eThe silvering has softened naturally with age, creating a layered, mineral-like patina prized by collectors. The glass body shows subtle irregularity in thickness consistent with mouth-blown manufacture. Finished with its original metal cap and wire hanger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eBell ornaments of this period were designed to catch low winter light and sway gently on sparse trees, making them more architectural than ornamental in intent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eGood to very good vintage condition.\u003cbr data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003eNo visible cracks or structural damage.\u003cbr data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eExpected thinning to mercury silvering consistent with age.\u003cbr data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003eHand-applied color remains legible and well-balanced.\u003cbr data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eOriginal cap and hanger intact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hommes + Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45515040686277,"sku":null,"price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/5287\/7765\/files\/IMG_6627.heic?v=1766184092","url":"https:\/\/hommesandgardens.com\/products\/hand-blown-ribbed-bell-glass-ornament-with-vertical-red-and-gold-striping-c-1935-1955","provider":"Hommes + Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}