Otto Lindig and Liebfriede Bernstiel

Private German Collection
Sotheby's New York, April 20, 2001, lot 126

Overall in very good original condition. When viewed in person, the vase presents with a darker burgundy coloration. The catalogue illustration is under intense direct light. The upper ring presents with a delicate white glaze with green nuances. When examined under black light, there is no evidence of prior restoration. The surface with a few minor irregularities, including a few minor burst air bubbles inherent to the material and production. A few minor light surface scratches around the vase at mid-height. The surface with light surface scratches concentrated to the interior and consistent with age and gentle use. A very decorative and showing nice scale work with subtle nuance and detail to the glazework. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm) diameter
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